ALEA: Suspect in Scottsboro officer-involved shooting considered ‘armed & dangerous’, Blue Alert issued

ALEA: Statewide Blue Alert issued for Daniel Victor McCarn. He is 29, a white male, 5′ 10″, weighing 170 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a gray shirt, black shorts and no shoes. He also reportedly walks with a limp. He is considered ARMED AND DANGEROUS.

SCOTTSBORO, Ala. (WHNT) — The Scottsboro Police Department said it is looking for a suspect involved in a police chase and manhunt Saturday morning.

Around 12:49 a.m., SPD said it responded to a domestic incident on Ruth Street.

When officers arrived, the department said the suspect fled 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 the suspect:

• 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 locate McCarn.

The officer was transported to Huntsville Hospital for treatment.

The department said the officer’s injuries are not considered life-threatening.

As of 10:44 a.m., SPD said Highway 72 around the County Park Road had reopened to traffic.

A Blue Alert was issued by ALEA around 12:15 p.m. He is considered armed and dangerous and may be traveling on foot. If you have seen him or have any information about McCarn, call 911 or police.

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.

Stick with News 19 as we provide you with more information as it becomes available.