Crime
Triple Homicide Suspect 56-year-old Shannon Box is in custody
UPDATE: Shannon Box is in custody.
Authorities in Wilkes County, Georgia, have launched a manhunt for a suspect connected to a triple homicide in Tignall.
The suspect, identified as 56-year-old Shannon Box, remains at large, prompting law enforcement to issue a “Be on the Lookout” (BOLO) alert.
Box is described as a white male standing 5โ10โ tall and weighing 174 pounds. He has brown hair and green eyes. While authorities do not have a confirmed description of his current clothing, they believe he may be traveling in a 2002 GMC Sierra pickup truck bearing Georgia license plate number YXA119.
Although his exact destination is unclear, investigators suspect he could be heading toward West Virginia.
Law enforcement agencies in neighboring states have been notified and are coordinating efforts to locate the suspect.
The public is urged to exercise extreme caution. Shannon Box is considered dangerous, and anyone who sees him or the vehicle should avoid approaching and immediately call 911 to report their observations.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident and have not released additional details regarding the motive or the victims of the homicide. Residents are advised to stay vigilant and follow updates from local law enforcement.
SAN JOSE, Calif. โ A San Jose police officer was shot and injured while investigating an armed carjacking in the downtown area on Wednesday, according to the San Jose Police Department (SJPD).
Authorities said the incident unfolded near the downtown core, close to major roadways including Highway 87 and the Julian Street exit.
Preliminary information indicates the suspect was involved in a series of violent events spanning multiple jurisdictions prior to the shooting.
Investigators believe the suspect initially stole a white Honda in Hollister, after abandoning a green Chevrolet Corvette.
During the course of the incident, the suspect allegedly fired shots at pursuing law enforcement officers, prompting a high-speed pursuit.
Police said the chase continued northbound on U.S. Highway 101, with speeds reportedly exceeding 100 miles per hour, traveling from Gilroy to San Jose. The pursuit ultimately led officers into the downtown area, where the officer-involved shooting occurred.
SJPD confirmed that a sworn department member was struck by gunfire and was transported to a local hospital. The officerโs condition has not been publicly disclosed at this time.
In a statement released on social media, the department said:
โSJPD is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in downtown San Jose related to an armed carjacking. An SJPD sworn Department member has been shot and transported to a local hospital. This is an active and ongoing investigation, and PIOs will share more information as it becomes available.โ
As of Wednesday afternoon, police had not confirmed whether any suspects were in custody, nor had they indicated whether any civilians were injured during the incident.
The shooting took place in an area that includes government buildings, businesses, and major transit hubs, leading to temporary traffic disruptions and a heightened police presence.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional details are expected to be released by authorities as more information becomes available.