A manhunt is underway in Tennessee for an armed suspect who reportedly shot and wounded a law enforcement officer all through a vehicle chase Monday night, authorities reported.

Officers blanketed the region of Gibson Drive in Madison, a suburb in northeast Nashville, in search of the suspect, recognized as 34-calendar year-outdated Samuel Quinton Edwards, the Metro Nashville Police Department mentioned. Edwards has nevertheless to be caught as of Tuesday morning.

"Edwards really should be regarded as armed and incredibly dangerous," the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation claimed in a assertion.

The capturing unfolded during a pursuit that finished on Gibson Travel, according to investigators. Edwards allegedly fired photographs at a Henderson law enforcement officer’s patrol automobile, hanging the officer. 

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Authorities described the officer’s damage as "non-essential," but did not supply additional specifics.

Samuel Quinton Edwards, 34, was recognized as the gunman required in link to the taking pictures of a Henderson law enforcement officer in a Nashville suburb on Monday night time. Investigators say Edwards is armed with two guns and need to be considered "particularly hazardous." (Metro Nashville Law enforcement Section)

Immediately after the Edwards reportedly opened hearth on the officer, law enforcement explained the suspect abandoned his van and fled on foot while armed with two guns.

Investigators consider Edwards then stole a white 2009 Chevy Silverado. The pickup is lacking a front grill, and its front bumper has injury and dents.

Investigators feel Edwards stole a white 2009 Chevy Silverado that experienced its keys remaining inside from Gibson Push in Madison. The pickup is lacking a entrance grill and has hurt and dents to its front bumper. (Tennessee Bureau of Investigation)

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Edwards is required for attempted prison homicide and evading arrest.

Authorities have questioned the public to quickly call 911 if they location Edwards.