Governor Greg Abbott has announced a reward of up to $10,000 for information that leads to the arrest of Bobby Michael Dennis. Dennis is wanted in connection with the shooting of a Jacksonville police officer and a K-9 who were wounded during the incident.
According to the announcement, warrants have been issued by the Jacksonville Police Department for Dennis’ arrest on charges of Aggravated Assault Against a Public Servant and Interference with a Police Service Animal. The Texas Department of Public Safety has also added Dennis to their 10 Most Wanted Fugitives List.
“Attacks on our men and women in uniform must stop,” said Governor Abbott. “Our law enforcement officers who selflessly risk their lives every day to serve and protect must know they will always have the full support of the State of Texas. Anyone with information relating to this heinous crime is strongly urged to call the Texas Crime Stoppers hotline or submit an anonymous tip online. Texas is a law-and-order state, and the dangerous criminal who attacked a Jacksonville Police Officer and their K-9 will experience the full weight of justice brought against him.”
Authorities describe Bobby Michael Dennis as a 64-year-old Black male, approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing about 152 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. Law enforcement advises that he should be considered armed and dangerous.
Those who wish to provide information can do so by calling the Texas Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-252-TIPS (8477), submitting a web tip through the Texas 10 Most Wanted website, or submitting a tip online. All tips are kept anonymous by law, and individuals providing information will receive a tip number instead of using their name. Officials warn that fugitives like Dennis should be considered armed and dangerous, urging Texans not to attempt apprehension themselves.
