The DeKalb County, Alabama  Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Thursday evening in the Mentone area. The incident, which claimed the life of one individual, prompted the closure of a significant portion of Highway 117. According to reports, the shooting took place on Highway 117 near County Road 641. Earlier in the evening, DeKalb County law enforcement closed Highway 117 all the way to the Georgia / Chattooga County line while they investigated the incident. More information is expected to be released today by DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Weldon.