EXCLUSIVE TO FOX: In the tense hours following the alleged shooting incident involving Craig Berry, law enforcement officers focused their efforts on a fresh lead. Newly surfaced video reveals a bloodhound leading officers through remote woodland as they search for Berry, who is considered armed and dangerous, as he delves deeper into the challenging terrain.
The footage, acquired by Fox News Digital from the Tennessee Highway Patrol, depicts a coordinated operation involving troopers, deputies, and investigators from the Stewart County Sheriff’s Office. They navigate through dense forest, accompanied by a K9 unit, in their pursuit of Berry, just hours after the incident on May 1.
Berry, described by authorities as a suspect with Special Forces training, allegedly shot his wife during a domestic dispute before vanishing into the nearby woods, triggering an extensive manhunt. Fortunately, the victim survived and was subsequently hospitalized for treatment.
In the wake of the shooting, investigators secured a warrant for Berry’s arrest on charges of second-degree attempted murder by May 4.
The video highlights the critical role of the bloodhound as it tracks Berry’s path through the thickly wooded areas of Stewart County, Tennessee, providing a glimpse into the intense search efforts led by local authorities.
Despite these efforts, Berry, a veteran, remains at large four days after his disappearance, as an array of local, state, and federal agencies intensify their search in rural Tennessee to bring him to justice.
Authorities say Berry is armed with at least one handgun, may be carrying additional ammunition and should be considered highly dangerous.
“He is very familiar with the area,” Sheriff Frankie Gray said.
The Stewart County Sheriff’s Office says Craig Berry was captured by a trail camera wearing camouflage clothing. (Stewart County Sheriff’s Office)
A person believed to be Berry was captured by a trail camera wearing camouflage clothing, the sheriff’s office said when releasing the photo.
“We’re actively looking, but have NO idea if he is still in the area, so we’re asking you to please check your trail cameras, cause we’re not ruling anything out,” the sheriff’s office wrote. “We are asking if you see anything please report any sightings call 911, and remain on ALERT and lock all your doors.”
Craig Berry, the sheriff’s office said, is a retired special forces veteran and has extensive training in survival tactics. Officials added “he is an excellent swimmer and diver, and is in good physical shape.” (Stewart County Sheriff’s Office)
Who is Craig Berry?
The Stewart County Sheriff’s Office described Berry as a retired Special Forces veteran wearing camouflage clothing and said he should be considered “armed and dangerous.”
Deputies added that Berry is an “excellent swimmer and diver” and is believed to be in “good physical shape,” stating he has “extensive training” in survival tactics.
Stewart County Schools said in a statement on Facebook that Berry’s wife, whose condition is unknown, is a schoolteacher.
“We are aware of a serious incident involving one of our staff members. We understand this news may be upsetting to students, staff, and families. Please know that this incident did not occur on school grounds, and there is no ongoing threat to our schools,” the school district said. “Our thoughts are with our staff member and her loved ones during this time. We will continue to respect her privacy.”
Craig Berry is seen in an undated photo released by the Stewart County Sheriff’s Office. (Stewart County Sheriff’s Office)
The man accused of trying to murder his wife is not believed to have a phone or any other form of communication on him after he fled the area on Friday morning.
The search zone has steadily expanded from the initial scene near Old Paris Highway to include Gray’s Landing and corridors along highways 232 and 79.
Dover, which has a population of about 2,000, is about two hours outside Nashville.
Craig Berry was last seen near River Trace Road, and authorities are conducting a “very detailed search” of the area from River Trace Road to Highway 79 to parts of Highway 232 this week, the sheriff’s office said Monday. (Stewart County Sheriff’s Office)
Sheriff Gray said it could be a “lengthy process” in tracking down Berry, urging residents in the area to “lock all your doors.”
In a statement to Fox News Digital, the Tennessee Highway Patrol said that it is continuing to assist the Stewart County Sheriff’s Office, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the U.S. Marshals Service with helicopters and troopers, as needed, in the hunt for Berry.
People are asked to contact the Stewart County Sheriff’s Office at 931-232-6863, if they see him or know his whereabouts.
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