Scottsboro Police find man accused of shooting officer following nearly 20-hour manhunt
As of 10:03 p.m., SPD said Daniel Victor McCarn has been found. He was found on the 2000 block of Old Larkinsville Road. SPD said a local business owner and a resident saw McCarn through a camera they had at a business in the area.
SPD went to check out the lead, which led to his arrest without incident.
Authorities used heat signatures from a drone to find McCarn near the railroad tracks just behind the business.
SPD released thermal drone video of his capture, which can be viewed below:
Earlier, at around 12:49 a.m., SPD said it responded to a domestic incident on Ruth Street.
When officers arrived, the department said McCarn drove off in a vehicle and started a police chase.
The chase ultimately ended in a crash at the intersection of U.S. Highway 72 and County Park Road.
SPD released the following statement on McCarn:
Daniel Victor McCarn
Age 29
Formerly of Huntsville
McCarn should be considered armed and dangerous
The department said McCarn left the vehicle and began shooting at officers, and hit an SPD officer. He then ran away, and around 2:57 a.m., SPD said it was a multi-agency manhunt to find McCarn.
Scottsboro Resident Daiton Ashmore lives down the road from where the incident took place. She said she heard it when she happened to get up in the night.
'I had to go use the bathroom and wanted to check on my kids, and I heard a popping noise,' she said. 'It was like a rapid pop pop pop. Honestly, it kind of made me think someone was knocking on the door.'
She said a variety of law enforcement agents were combing through her yard shortly after. She and her neighbors were told to shelter in place.
The officer was taken to Huntsville Hospital for treatment. The department said the officer's injuries are not considered life-threatening.
'He is okay,' said Durham. 'We have spoken to him. He is being treated by Huntsville Hospital. He is injured. However, they are saying that they are not life-threatening injuries.'
Durham added that the officer had a procedure done.
SPD said Highway 72 around County Park Road had reopened to traffic.
SPD said that heat during the day was a big obstacle in its search, as it made getting drones up for thermal aerial images difficult.
SPD added that a family member of McCarn was the one who initially called SPD, which led to the incident. SPD said that he has no past criminal history.
A Blue Alert was issued by ALEA around 12:15 p.m.
A Blue Alert is issued when:
Peace Officer is missing, injured, or killed and an at-large suspect is believed to be a serious threat to the public, ALEA said.
'Multiple law enforcement agencies are on scene to assist in the search for McCarn, including Special Agents assigned to ALEA's State Bureau of Investigation, Troopers assigned to ALEA's Highway Patrol and federal partners to include the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the United States Marshals Service and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives,' ALEA said.
Several businesses, including Bruce's Foodland, announced they were delaying opening due to the situation in the area.
'7/26/25 6:45 AM UPDATE:
Bruce's Foodland in Scottsboro will delay opening until further notice due to an active law enforcement situation nearby. Please join us in keeping everyone involved in your thoughts and prayers. We will post an update on opening as soon as law enforcement gives us the all clear. The safety and well-being of our team and customers is our top priority.'
Bruce's Foodland, Facebook
The Cloverdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center also announced that it was not accepting visitors at this time to protect residents and staff.
'Visitation Update – CRNC
Out of an abundance of caution, Cloverdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center remains on temporary lockdown due to an ongoing community safety concern.
At this time, only staff are permitted entry. We are closely monitoring updates from law enforcement and local news and will reopen to visitors as soon as it is safe to do so.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prioritize the safety of our residents and team.'
Cloverdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Facebook
Google Maps shows that U.S. Highway 72 from the Taco Bell to Whataburger is closed until 12:30 p.m.
The Piggly Wiggly in Scottsboro had been delayed opening due to the incident, but at 11:30 a.m. announced that the store had opened up for business.
Scottsboro City Schools is also asking people to avoid several schools in the area.
Scottsboro City Schools, Facebook
High Country Toyota also took to Facebook to delay opening due to the ongoing situation. You can read the business's post below.
'Scottsboro Police Department, along with multiple other agencies, is searching for a suspect in an officer-involved shooting in the area of County Park Rd and Hwy 72 thismorning. The suspect is still on foot and considered armed and dangerous.
We will delay opening until further notice due to an active law enforcement situation nearby. Please join us in keeping everyone involved in your thoughts and prayers. We will post an update on the opening once law enforcement gives us all the information. The safety and well-being of our team and customers is our top priority.'
High Country Toyota
Jackson County Sheriff Rocky Harnen said the single-vehicle accident on Hwy 72 around 6:58 a.m. is related to this incident, but did not provide more details.
Representative Dale Strong took to social media to comment on the Scottsboro officer-involved shooting. You can read his full statement below.
'I am saddened and troubled to learn of the Scottsboro Police Department officer who was shot and injured in the line of duty. My thoughts and prayers are with the officer, his loved ones, and the entire Scottsboro law enforcement community. Please join me in praying for the officer's full and swift recovery.'
Dale Strong
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