$60,000 reward in search for suspect in fatal shooting of sheriff's deputy
Summary
Two sheriff's deputies in Virginia were shot during a welfare check, resulting in the death of Deputy Logan Utt. Authorities are searching for 55-year-old Michael Timothy Puckett, who they say is armed and dangerous, and have offered a $60,000 reward for information leading to his capture.Key Facts
- The shooting happened on May 29, 2026, near Richmond, Virginia.
- Deputy Logan Utt, who was killed, was a military veteran and had worked as a deputy since 2023.
- Deputies were conducting a welfare check when Puckett allegedly opened fire on them.
- The deputies returned fire, and Puckett fled the scene.
- The FBI and U.S. Marshals Service combined to offer a $60,000 reward for information leading to Puckett's arrest.
- Puckett was spotted on a wildlife game camera in Surry County, North Carolina.
- Law enforcement warns that Puckett is armed and dangerous and should not be approached.
- The motive for the shooting is still being investigated.
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