Blue Alert Issued in Texas: Statewide Manhunt Underway for Seth Altman, Suspect in Police Chief Shooting

A Blue Alert was issued early Friday morning in Texas, warning residents of a potential threat to law enforcement and launching a statewide manhunt for Seth Altman, a 33-year-old man suspected of shooting a Panhandle police chief. The incident has sent shockwaves across the state, with authorities working tirelessly to apprehend Altman and bring him to justice. The alert, which was issued shortly after 4:50 a.m. on Friday, warned residents to be on the lookout for Altman, a 6-foot-2, 220-pound white male, but not to approach him under any circumstances. Instead, residents are advised to contact the authorities immediately if they have any information about Altman's whereabouts. The FBI and Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) are offering a combined reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to Altman's arrest. According to reports, Altman is suspected of shooting Memphis Police Chief Rex Plant late Thursday night, around 10:50 p.m., as he and another officer were serving an arrest warrant for a burglary. Plant was transported to a hospital in Lubbock, where he is receiving treatment for his injuries. The incident has left the small town of Memphis in shock, with authorities working to piece together the events surrounding the shooting. The Blue Alert system, which was implemented in 2008, is designed to warn residents of potential threats to law enforcement and to provide critical information about suspects who are considered armed and dangerous. The system is similar to the Amber Alert system, which is used to alert residents of missing children who are considered to be in imminent danger.

Investigation and Manhunt Underway

As the investigation into the shooting continues, authorities are working to gather more information about Altman's whereabouts and to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. According to the FBI, Altman was last seen in the 200 block of South 4th Street in Memphis, around 11:04 p.m. on Thursday. He is believed to be armed and dangerous, and authorities are urging residents to exercise extreme caution if they encounter him. The manhunt for Altman is ongoing, with authorities searching for him throughout the state. The Texas DPS has issued a description of Altman, which includes his physical appearance and a warning that he may be armed. The FBI has also issued a $5,000 reward for information leading to Altman's arrest, and Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to his capture.

Texas Community in Shock

The shooting of Chief Plant has left the small town of Memphis in shock, with residents expressing their concerns and outrage over the incident. "This is a tragic event, and our thoughts and prayers are with Chief Plant and his family," said a spokesperson for the Memphis Police Department. "We are working tirelessly to bring Altman to justice and to ensure the safety of our community." As the investigation and manhunt continue, residents are advised to remain vigilant and to report any information about Altman's whereabouts to the authorities immediately. The Blue Alert system has proven to be an effective tool in alerting residents of potential threats, and authorities are hopeful that it will play a critical role in apprehending Altman and bringing him to justice.