Bloodhound K-9 unit helps bring Georgia manhunt to end with arrest of suspect accused of shooting woman

Jul 15, 2026 - 18:30
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Bloodhound K-9 unit helps bring Georgia manhunt to end with arrest of suspect accused of shooting woman

A 10-hour manhunt in Georgia came to an end Tuesday after a bloodhound helped deputies track down a "dangerous" suspect accused of shooting the mother of his child and fleeing the scene on foot.

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The suspect was identified as Darian Berry Sr., 46, a previously convicted felon, according to the Butts County Sheriff’s Office.

The domestic incident unfolded Tuesday morning in the city of Flovilla, roughly 50 miles south of Atlanta, officials said.

"He made the choice to run, but he could not outrun the determination of law enforcement or the incredible tracking ability of the bloodhounds that ultimately helped bring him into custody," the sheriff’s office said in a statement.

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Deputies first responded to the scene following reports of a domestic incident involving Berry.

According to his charges, Berry allegedly attempted to confine or restrict his victim. He was also accused of arson and stalking.

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As deputies arrived, Berry allegedly fled the scene on foot and was believed to be armed with a handgun, prompting a major search effort.

The Georgia community was further placed on a "Be On The Lookout" alert as authorities worked to locate the suspect.

Officials said the Georgia Department of Corrections K-9 Unit bloodhound played a key role in helping authorities locate Berry, who was taken into custody by Tuesday evening.

Berry now faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault, stalking, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, obstruction, two counts of arson, battery, family violence, and false imprisonment.

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