Manhunt underway for suspect accused of killing sheriff's deputy
A manhunt is currently underway in Virginia for a suspect accused of killing a sheriff's deputy during a welfare check. Deputy Logan Utt was shot and killed while responding to a request from a family member, and another deputy was injured but is in stable condition. Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the suspect to come forward, as he is considered armed and dangerous.
- ▪Deputy Logan Utt was fatally shot while conducting a welfare check in Virginia.
- ▪A second deputy was injured but is reported to be in stable condition.
- ▪The suspect is considered armed and extremely dangerous, prompting a manhunt.
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U.S. Manhunt underway for suspect in Virginia accused of killing sheriff's deputy May 30, 2026 / 2:33 PM EDT / CBS/AP Add CBS News on Google A manhunt is underway in Virginia for a suspect accused of killing a sheriff's deputy while he was conducting a welfare check, law enforcement officials said.Deputy Logan Utt was fatally shot after police received a request from a family member to do a welfare check at the location, the Carroll County Sheriff's Office said. A man at the home opened fire on the two deputies who responded to the location, according to the sheriff's office. The deputies returned fire, the sheriff's office said, and both were hit by gunfire. Utt was pronounced dead, while the second deputy was struck in his ballistic vest.
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