Wanted US murder suspect spotted on wildlife camera in forest

1 Jun 2026 • 7:44 PM MYT
The Independent
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Wanted US murder suspect spotted on wildlife camera in forest

  • Michael Timothy Puckett is a fugitive wanted for the fatal shooting of Deputy Logan Utt and injuring another officer in Carroll County, Virginia.
  • The incident occurred on Friday night when deputies responded to a welfare check at a home on Fancy Gap Highway.
  • Puckett fled the scene and was later spotted on a wildlife camera in Surry County, North Carolina, on Sunday morning.
  • A large-scale manhunt is underway, with the U.S. Marshals Service offering a $10,000 reward and the FBI offering $50,000 for information leading to his arrest.
  • Authorities warn that Puckett is considered armed and dangerous, urging the public to report any sightings immediately and take precautions.

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