A fugitive wanted for the fatal shooting of a Virginia sheriff's deputy has been spotted on a wildlife camera in a forest in North Carolina, authorities said.
Details of the Incident
Michael Timothy Puckett is accused of killing Carroll County Deputy Logan Utt and injuring another officer on Friday night. The deputies were responding to a welfare check at a home on Fancy Gap Highway when the shooting occurred.
Puckett fled the scene and was later captured on a wildlife camera in Surry County, North Carolina, on Sunday morning, according to the Carroll County Sheriff's Office.
Manhunt Underway
A large-scale manhunt is currently underway, with multiple law enforcement agencies involved, including the U.S. Marshals Service and the FBI. The U.S. Marshals Service is offering a $10,000 reward, while the FBI has added $50,000 for information leading to Puckett's arrest, totalling $60,000.
Authorities have warned that Puckett is considered armed and extremely dangerous. They urge the public not to approach him but to report any sightings immediately to local law enforcement.
Residents in the area are advised to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions as the search continues.
