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    Seren Anwen Posted on

    Texas authorities issued a blue alert early Friday morning and a nationwide manhunt has begun for a man suspected of injuring an officer, authorities said.

    Seth Altman, 33, who was last seen in Memphis, Texas, about 80 miles south of Amarillo, is wanted in connection with the injury to a police officer.

    According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Altman is “wanted for involvement in the killing or serious injury of a law enforcement officer.”

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    Who is Seth Altman?

    Altman is described as a white male, approximately 6 feet tall and weighing 220 pounds. He has blue eyes and red or auburn hair. He was last seen in the 200 block of South Fourth Street in Memphis around 11 p.m. Thursday. He was wearing a blue T-shirt and blue jeans.

    He is considered armed and dangerous, News 4 San Antonio reported. If you are spotted, call 911 and do not approach him.

    Altman reportedly shot a police officer

    Altman allegedly shot a police officer Thursday night, BNO News and CBS Austin reported.

    The officer was shot multiple times and flown to the hospital.

    According to news outlets, the officer’s condition is unknown.

    What is a Blue Alert?

    According to the Texas Department of Safety, a Blue Alert is issued for anyone suspected of killing or seriously injuring local, state or federal law enforcement officers.

    The Blue Alert Program was launched in 2008 and is intended to ensure that suspects can be caught quickly.

    According to the ministry, the following criteria must be met before a Blue Alert can be issued under a person’s name:

    • A police officer must have been killed or seriously injured by a perpetrator.
    • Authorities must believe the suspect poses a serious danger or threat to the public and law enforcement personnel.
    • A description of the suspect’s vehicle, vehicle marking, or partial marking must be available so that it can be made available to the public.
    • The investigating law enforcement agency must recommend activation of the Blue Alert to the Texas Department of Public Safety.

    This story is still developing and will be updated as more information becomes available.

    Julia is a trends reporter for USA TODAY. You can connect with her LinkedInkeep following her X, formerly Twitter, Instagram And TikTok: @juliamariegz, or email her at [email protected].

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