Georgia Blue Alert: Manhunt underway for Timothy Craig Ramsey after McCaysville police captain shot in throat — is the suspect still armed and dangerous?

A tense manhunt is underway in McCaysville, Georgia, following the shooting of a police officer late on Friday night. The suspect, 26-year-old Timothy Craig Ramsey, allegedly opened fire on McCaysville Police Captain Brantley Worley, critically injuring him.

The officer was hit in the face, suffering severe injuries including a fractured neck and a brain hemorrhage, and was airlifted to a Chattanooga hospital, where he remains in critical condition.

The incident began when police responded to reports of a suspicious individual on First Street. Upon arrival, the suspect reportedly fired at the officers, prompting an immediate and intense response from law enforcement.

Authorities quickly classified Ramsey as armed and dangerous, issuing a Blue Alert—a special emergency alert used to inform the public and aid in swiftly apprehending suspects involved in serious assaults on law enforcement.

Timothy Craig Ramsey description

Ramsey was last seen on foot wearing a green shirt, dark pants, and a dark motorcycle helmet. Described as a white male standing 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing roughly 185 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes, he is believed to be somewhere near the McCaysville area, possibly close to Cherokee County.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has urged the public to remain vigilant, avoid approaching the suspect, and report any sightings or relevant information immediately by calling 911 or the tip line at 1-800-597-TIPS.

What is a blue alert

A Blue Alert is an emergency alert system activated when a law enforcement officer has been seriously injured or killed, or when an officer is missing in the line of duty under concerning circumstances. It is designed to quickly disseminate information about the suspect or the missing officer to speed apprehension or locate the missing officer, especially if the suspect may pose a serious threat to the public.

In this case, the Georgia Blue Alert was issued because Timothy Craig Ramsey allegedly assaulted an officer and remains at large, considered a threat to public safety.

In a statement, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp expressed support and condolences, urging residents to pray for the officer’s recovery and acknowledging the daily dangers law enforcement officers face to protect their communities.

The manhunt has been ongoing throughout the night, including a standoff with SWAT teams, but as of early Saturday morning, Ramsey had left the residence where the standoff occurred, leaving law enforcement officials continuing their search.