Blue Alert, $10K reward issued for 33-year-old man wanted for seriously injuring Texas officer

HALL COUNTY, Texas (KLBK/KXAN) — A Blue Alert issued early Friday morning for 33-year-old Seth Altman has been extended into Saturday, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Law enforcement said Altman was wanted for his possible involvement in the killing or serious injury of a law enforcement officer.

Memphis, Texas, Police Chief Rex Plant was shot while serving an arrest warrant, according to a release from Gov. Greg Abbott’s office. Abbott also announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to Altman’s arrest.

Altman was accused of burglary of a habitation and “fired multiple rounds” as Plant and another officer tried to arrest him late Thursday evening. Plant was taken to a Lubbock hospital, the release stated.

Altman is described as a 6’2′ white male with blue eyes, red/auburn hair, and weighs approximately 220 pounds. DPS said he was last seen wearing a blue t-shirt with blue jeans.

DPS said Altman was last seen at the 200 block of South 4th Street in Memphis, Texas, on Thursday at 11:04 p.m.

According to the Blue Alert, Altman is believed to be “armed and dangerous.” If seen, DPS said not to approach Altman and call 911.

To receive an award, people need to submit tips through the Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-252-TIPS (8477) or DPS’ online tip form . They will be considered anonymous, the release said.

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