Manhunt Widens: Blount County Sheriff Increases Reward and Boosts Search Presence

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The manhunt for 42-year-old Kenneth DeHart, accused of fatally shooting a Blount County sheriff's deputy and injuring another during a traffic stop in eastern Tennessee, has led to an increased reward of over $80,000 for information leading to his arrest. Warrants have been issued for DeHart for first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and felon in possession of a firearm. The suspect's brother and girlfriend have also been arrested on accessory charges, and law enforcement continues their search efforts while mourning the loss of Deputy Greg McCowan.
- Tennessee sheriff increases reward to $80,000 as manhunt for suspect in deputy's fatal shooting widens CBS News
- BCSO: Non-tactical search in the Wildwood area WATE 6 On Your Side
- Blount County Sheriff’s Office boosts presence in Wildwood area to continue search for suspect WVLT
- Two arrested in Blount County for aiding suspect in deputy shooting, manhunt underway WTVC
- What to know about Greg McCowan and Shelby Eggers, Blount County deputies shot Feb. 8 Knoxville News Sentinel
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