Memphis, Tennessee – A Memphis man is wanted for allegedly attempting to murder a police officer.
According to the United States Marshals Service, Danell Jarvis Maxwell is wanted on a charge of attempted first-degree murder of a police officer stemming from a February 26 incident in Memphis. Authorities allege Maxwell shot a Memphis police officer during a traffic stop.
Officials said Maxwell was last seen on February 26 at 455 Wooddale Ave. in Memphis. The Marshals Service describes him as a 51-year-old Black male, approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing about 180 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol shared the federal wanted bulletin on social media, stating Maxwell should be considered armed and dangerous. According to the Marshals Service, anyone who encounters him should not attempt to approach him and should contact law enforcement immediately.
The case remains under investigation. Authorities have not released additional details about the condition of the officer involved.
Officials are asking anyone with information about Maxwell’s whereabouts to contact the U.S. Marshals Service. Tips can also be submitted through the agency’s website.
The alert may be especially relevant for commuters and residents in southeast Memphis neighborhoods near Wooddale Avenue.
This is an active fugitive investigation, and authorities say information may be updated as it becomes available.
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