Crime
Manhunt Underway for 19-Year-Old Jason Glidewell After Fatal I-85 Shooting in Mecklenburg County
MECKLENBURG COUNTY, Va. — Virginia State Police are actively searching for a 19-year-old man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon along Interstate 85 in Mecklenburg County.
The suspect, identified as Jason Allen Glidewell II, of Bracey, Virginia, is described as a white male with blond hair and blue eyes, standing approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall.
Authorities have issued warrants for his arrest on charges of second-degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.
Police warn that Glidewell should be considered armed and dangerous.
At approximately 3:45 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, troopers responded to reports of a vehicle incident near the five-mile marker on northbound I-85. When they arrived, they located a Honda Civic that had veered off the right side of the roadway and come to rest in a culvert.
The driver, identified as 20-year-old Hunter A. Bates, was pronounced dead at the scene.
A female passenger was transported to a nearby hospital for evaluation and was later released.
Investigators believe Glidewell was involved in the shooting prior to the crash.
Glidewell was last known to be driving a silver 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche with Virginia license plate TFN 1004.
He is believed to have connections to the Richmond and Henrico County areas, and police are urging the public to remain vigilant.
Virginia State Police are asking anyone with information about Glidewell’s whereabouts or the suspect vehicle to immediately contact authorities.
Tips may be reported to the Virginia State Police Division III Dispatch at 1-800-552-0962 or the Division I Dispatch at (804) 750-8758.
Authorities stress that the public should not approach Glidewell if seen, but instead call law enforcement right away.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.