Michael Timothy Puckett, an armed and dangerous fugitive accused of killing a Virginia sheriff's deputy during a welfare check, was spotted on a wildlife camera in Surry County, North Carolina. According to the Wytheville Police Department, Puckett was captured moving through a secluded wooded area near Greenhill Road north of Mount Airy early Sunday morning.
Key Takeaways
Michael Timothy Puckett, an armed fugitive accused of killing Virginia Deputy Logan Utt during a welfare check, was spotted on a trail camera in North Carolina. The FBI has offered $60,000 for information leading to his capture.
- Fugitive Michael Puckett seen on wildlife camera in Surry County
- Puckett accused of fatally shooting Virginia Deputy Logan Utt during welfare check
- FBI offers up to $50K reward; US Marshals add $10K, totaling $60K
- Second deputy injured but protected by ballistic vest
- Manhunt involves multiple law enforcement agencies across state lines
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▼Source Claims Check
1 Difference FoundAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 3 key claims. 1 point of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time Of Incident | 1 Difference | Daily Mail reports incident at 9:26pm; Fox News and UPI say just before 9:30 p.m. | ▼ |
| Reward Amount | Broad Agreement | $60,000 reward for Puckett's capture | |
| Time Puckett Spotted On Trail Camera | Broad Agreement | Puckett seen at 6:56am Sunday morning | |
| Deputy's Age | Broad Agreement | Deputy Logan Utt, 31, killed in attack |
Time Of Incident
▼Daily Mail reports incident at 9:26pm; Fox News and UPI say just before 9:30 p.m.
Reward Amount
Broad Agreement$60,000 reward for Puckett's capture
Time Puckett Spotted On Trail Camera
Broad AgreementPuckett seen at 6:56am Sunday morning
Deputy's Age
Broad AgreementDeputy Logan Utt, 31, killed in attack
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The FBI and U.S. Marshals Service have offered a combined reward of $60,000 for information leading to Puckett's arrest. The 55-year-old suspect is charged with aggravated murder in the killing of Carroll County Sheriff's Deputy Logan Utt during a welfare check on Friday night.
Two deputies arrived at a home on Fancy Gap Highway around 9:30 p.m. when Puckett allegedly opened fire, fatally shooting Utt and injuring the second officer, who was protected by his ballistic vest. The manhunt involves multiple law enforcement agencies, including the FBI's Richmond Field Office, Virginia State Police, U.S. Marshals Service, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, Carroll County Sheriff's Office, and North Carolina law enforcement.
Officials have urged residents to lock their vehicles, doors, and sheds and to report any suspicious activity. Tributes have poured in for Deputy Utt, who joined the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office in 2023 after serving as a military veteran. He is remembered as a devoted husband, loving father, and respected member of the law enforcement community.
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