"Armed and Dangerous" Army Veteran On the Run After Shooting His Wife

Craig Berry, a retired military special operations veteran, is accused of shooting his wife and fleeing into a wooded area. According to Tennessee authorities, a manhunt was launched for Berry. However, it has been four days since the search began, and the officials have warned the public that Berry is “armed and dangerous.”

Police said the incident took place in the early hours of April 1 after an argument erupted between the couple. Berry allegedly shot his wife before escaping into nearby woods. She rushed to the hospital after being shot, but her current condition has not been disclosed. Officials have also confirmed that she worked as a schoolteacher, but other information about her remains private.

A second-degree attempted murder warrant has been issued for Berry. Investigators said they believe he is carrying at least one handgun and may have extra ammunition. In a public update, the Stewart County Sheriff’s Office said Berry is extremely fit and in good shape. The office said, “He is an excellent swimmer and diver, and is in good physical shape,” raising concerns about how long he could evade arrest.

Berry was last seen near River Trace Road in Dover, close to the Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area. A police K-9 unit tracked his movement through that area. Search teams are now focusing on the land between River Trace Road, Highway 79, and Highway 232.

A blurry trail camera image was captured on the morning of April 1, showing Berry in camouflage clothing. Authorities believe he is trying to increase his survival by blending into the wooded region.

Investigators believe Berry does not have a phone or any other communication device. However, they have not ruled out the chance that someone might be helping him.

Several agencies are now working together on the manhunt. These include the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the U.S. Marshals Service, and the Department of Homeland Security. Officials say resources such as helicopters and state troopers are being used to scan the area.

“The highway patrol is assisting with resources as needed, including a helicopter and state troopers,” Jason Pack, director of communications at the Tennessee Department of Safety, said in an email.

Online records prove that Berry has a long military career, and he retired in 2016. Authorities are also trying to gain more information about his background.

Currently, residents throughout Stewart County are advised to stay alert, and anyone with information about Berry is asked to contact 911.