Manhunt Underway for Mississippi Murder Suspect Who Stole Car in Hale County

Police are asking the public to beware as they hunt for a suspect in a Mississippi murder who is believed to have stolen a vehicle in West Alabama Thursday.

Reginal King, a spokesperson for the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency in the area, said the suspect is 22-year-old Edward Leon Bush, who police say is likely armed and dangerous. 

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Bush is wanted for murder in Mississippi and allegedly stole a car at 12:30 p.m. in Hale County.

Bush is a Black male, 5'9", and weighs 145 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes and was last seen wearing dark pants and a white T-shirt at an intersection in nearby Dallas County.

The public is encouraged not to approach Bush, however if seen, contact the Tuscaloosa Highway Patrol Post at (205) 553-5531. Please see the attached photo of Bush.

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