Authorities in Placer County, California, have intensified a large-scale manhunt for 44-year-old Derek Spencer following the discovery of a slain woman in a home near Iowa Hill. The investigation began on Sunday when law enforcement responded to reports involving Spencer, who is accused of ramming a sheriff’s patrol vehicle and firing shots at officers earlier that day. During the ensuing operation, tactical officers cleared a residence where Spencer had reportedly been seen and discovered the victim inside, who had died from a gunshot wound. Investigators believe Spencer killed the woman before fleeing into the rugged, forested foothills surrounding the area. The Placer County Sheriff’s Office has identified Spencer as the primary suspect but has not yet released the identity of the victim, pending notification of family members. Spencer is described as wearing a black shirt, with little or no hair and possibly a goatee. The search operation has been complicated by the presence of a wildfire burning near Iowa Hill, which prompted evacuation warnings for some residents on Sunday afternoon. Officials have stated there is currently no indication that the fire is connected to the suspect or the ongoing search effort. Access to Iowa Hill has been restricted as deputies and tactical teams continue to scour the remote terrain for the armed suspect. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. This is an active investigation, and details regarding the suspect's location and the victim's identity may change as information becomes available. Authorities are asking anyone with information regarding Spencer's whereabouts to contact the Placer County Sheriff’s Office immediately.