Deputy fatally shot during home welfare check in Virginia. Search underway for suspect
Authorities say the suspect fled after the shooting, and the U.S. Marshals Service is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to his arrest.
- On Friday night, two Carroll County Sheriff deputies were shot during a welfare check at a home on Fancy Gap Highway. Deputy Logan Utt sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased; the second deputy was struck in his ballistic vest and remains in stable condition.
- The shooting occurred after deputies made contact with suspect Michael Puckett, who authorities say opened fire on the responding officers. Puckett fled the scene immediately and remains at large.
- Authorities have launched a "coordinated law enforcement search" for the suspect. Officials warn Puckett "should be considered armed and extremely dangerous," urging the public not to approach him and to immediately call 911.
- The United States Marshals Service is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to Puckett's arrest. Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger wrote on social media that her thoughts are with the deputy's family and the Carroll County Sheriff.
- "Carroll County has lost a hero, and a family has suffered an unimaginable loss," the sheriff's office said. The Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation Wytheville Field Office continues investigating the active incident.
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Manhunt underway for suspect after Virginia deputy killed, another injured in ambush; $10K reward offered – Democratic Accent
A massive, coordinated manhunt is underway in Virginia for an “armed and extremely dangerous” suspect who allegedly ambushed two deputies during a welfare check Friday night, killing a military veteran and injuring a second officer. Carroll County Sheriff’s Office deputy Logan Utt, 31, was killed in the attack, according to Carroll County Sheriff Kevin Kemp. The U.S. Marshals Service is offering a $10,000 reward for suspect Michael Puckett. FAM…
Manhunt underway for suspect after Virginia deputy killed, another injured in ambush; $10K reward offered
A massive manhunt is underway in Virginia for suspect Michael Puckett, who allegedly ambushed two Carroll County deputies during a welfare check, killing 31-year-old veteran Logan Utt.
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Cana man wanted after deputy killed in Carroll County shooting
A man from Cana with a criminal record is being actively sought by multiple agencies after fatally shooting a Carroll County sheriff's deputy and injuring another during a welfare check Friday night. The suspect remains at large and is considered…
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