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Suspect in Jacksonville Officer Shooting Surrenders After Multi-Day Manhunt

The arrest followed a warrant search near CR 3509 where officers found Bobby Michael Dennis in nearby woods.

Overview

  • Police said Dennis, 64, surrendered without incident in a wooded area and was taken to the Cherokee County Jail.
  • Jacksonville officers and multiple partner agencies executed the search Wednesday evening west of the city limits.
  • Dennis is charged with attempted capital murder of a peace officer, interference with a police service animal, and two counts of obstruction or retaliation.
  • The officer who was shot underwent successful surgery and is reported in stable condition; a police K-9 was also wounded.
  • During the search, Texas DPS added Dennis to its 10 Most Wanted list and Gov. Greg Abbott announced a $10,000 reward for tips.