Authorities across the Piedmont Triad region are conducting an active search for Michael Puckett, who is wanted in connection with a fatal shooting of two Carroll County, Virginia, deputies. The incident occurred late Friday evening, approximately 9:30 p.m., when deputies responded to a residence on Fancy Gap Highway for a welfare check. Upon arrival, officers made contact with Puckett, who allegedly opened fire, striking both deputies. One of the law enforcement officers succumbed to their injuries, while the second was shot. Puckett subsequently fled the scene and remains at large. Law enforcement officials have classified the suspect as armed and dangerous, urging the public to exercise extreme caution and contact 911 immediately if he is spotted. Multiple regional agencies, including the Mount Airy Police Department, Surry County Sheriff’s Office, and Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office, have deployed personnel to assist the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office in the manhunt. In response to the ongoing investigation, the U.S. Marshals Service has announced a $10,000 reward for credible information leading directly to Puckett’s arrest. Investigators continue to canvass the area and coordinate with neighboring jurisdictions to locate the suspect. Residents in Carroll County and surrounding areas are advised to secure their homes and report any suspicious activity to local authorities without delay. The investigation remains active as agencies work to bring the suspect into custody and ensure public safety.