Crime & Safety
Willis-area Manhunt Enters Third Day
Local authorities are looking for a man who fled from Walker County to Willis and has remained on the loose.
WILLIS, TX — Authorities are searching for a man who led Walker County deputies on a chase.
On Wednesday, a Walker County Sheriff's deputy located an SUV that had been reported stolen. When the deputy attempted to initiate a traffic stop the driver took off.
The driver headed south on I-45 through New Waverly, crossed the county line and headed down to Willis. The chase ended at Shepherd Hill in Willis.
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The driver abandoned the vehicle and took off into a heavily wooded area. Officials have declined to release the name or a description of the suspect.
Area residents are advised to call law enforcement if they see anyone or anything suspicious.
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