Blue Alert issued after suspect accused of shooting at Missouri officers

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Blue Alert has been issued in southeast Missouri for a man accused of firing shots at law enforcement officers during a traffic stop early Sunday morning.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the incident happened around 2:10 a.m. in Caruthersville, in Pemiscot County.

Authorities identified the suspect as 42-year-old Zachary Rance Walker.

Investigators say Walker allegedly fired shots at Caruthersville Police Department officers during a traffic stop before fleeing the scene.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol said officers returned fire and investigators believe Walker may have been wounded.

Walker is described as being 5 feet, 9 inches tall, around 180 pounds, with gray or partially gray hair, and blue eyes.

Authorities say he was last seen wearing a navy T-shirt with a graphic design on the front, dark-colored shorts, with black lace-up boots

Investigators also said Walker is believed to be armed with both a rifle and a handgun and may have possible gunshot wounds.

Anyone with information about Walker’s whereabouts is urged to call 911 or contact local law enforcement immediately.