Hayden, Ala. (WDNews) — Authorities in Blount County are asking the public to remain alert as a murder suspect remains on the run following the shooting death of a bond recovery agent. The Dothan Police Department shared the information in regard to the search.
According to information released by the Blount County Sheriff’s Office, 73-year-old James Eastis was attempting to execute a bond revocation on the morning of Feb. 10 at a residence on Harris Road in Hayden. Eastis, who worked as a bond recovery agent, was reportedly shot by Francisco Sinecio-Alvarez during the encounter.
Officials said Eastis was later found deceased inside the residence.
Investigators say Sinecio-Alvarez fled the scene in a light blue and white Ford F-150 step side truck with a solid white front passenger-side fender. Authorities later reported that the vehicle has been located and recovered.
In an update released around 2:30 a.m. on Feb. 11, officials said the weapon believed to have been used in the shooting could be seen inside the recovered vehicle. However, Sinecio-Alvarez has not been captured and investigators say it is unknown whether he may have access to other weapons.
Multiple leads are currently being investigated as the search continues.
Authorities say Sinecio-Alvarez was last reported traveling west just outside of Homewood on Spaulding-Ishkooda Road shortly after the shooting. Investigators say he may attempt to return to the Harris Road residence in Hayden or visit acquaintances in the area.
Officials said there is no indication the suspect is actively seeking further violence toward the public, but he should be considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone who sees Sinecio-Alvarez is urged not to approach him and instead call 9-1-1 immediately.
Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the Blount County Sheriff’s Office at 205-625-4127, their local law enforcement agency, or Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama at 205-254-7777 to remain anonymous.
