AUSTIN, Texas (KEYU) – Governor Greg Abbott issued a statement regarding the shooting of the Memphis police chief Thursday night.
The Texas Department of Public Safety on Friday added Seth Altman, 33, to its list of 10 most wanted fugitives.
Altman is accused of shooting Memphis Police Chief Rex Plant Thursday night.
Authorities say Chief Plant and another officer were serving an arrest warrant for residential burglary when the suspect shot Chief Plant multiple times. Altman then fled the area.
Chief Plant was flown to a Lubbock hospital, where authorities say he is in stable condition.
“Texas is first and foremost a state of law and order,” said Governor Abbott. “Law enforcement officers selflessly risk their lives every day they put on their badge and deserve to know they have the full support of the state of Texas.”
Texas is first and foremost a state of law and order. Law enforcement officers selflessly risk their lives every day they put on their badge and deserve to know they have the full support of the State of Texas. I encourage anyone with information related to this crime to call the Texas Crime Stoppers hotline or submit an anonymous tip online to help authorities bring this dangerous criminal to justice. Cecilia and I pray for the speedy recovery of Chief Rex Plant and his loved ones during this difficult time.
Gobernador Greg Abbott
Governor Abbott encourages the public to contact Texas Crime Stoppers or submit an anonymous tip online to assist authorities.
Tips can be provided by calling Texas Crime Stoppers at 1-800-252-8477. Tips can also be made at line here.
“Cecilia and I are praying for the speedy recovery of Chief Rex Plant and his loved ones during this difficult time,” Governor Abbott said.
Officials announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and capture of Altman.
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