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Blue Alert Issued as Manhunt Intensifies for Suspect in Jacksonville Officer Shooting

The wounded officer underwent successful surgery and is listed in stable condition.

Overview

  • Texas issued a Blue Alert for 64-year-old Bobby Michael Dennis, who police say shot a Jacksonville officer on Sunday afternoon.
  • Authorities describe Dennis as a 5-foot-9 Black man armed with a rifle, last seen wearing all black near the 920 block of Benson Street.
  • The Texas Department of Public Safety says he may be driving a gray 2012 GMC Sierra with Texas license plate TRW3919.
  • Residents near Benson Memorial and the 1100 block of Churchill Street were urged to stay indoors, lock doors, avoid the area, and call 911 if they spot him.
  • Multiple agencies are assisting the search, Jacksonville ISD closed schools due to the investigation, and a Crime Stoppers reward is being offered with tips accepted at (903) 586-3333.