Murder Suspect Possibly in Dothan From Blount County

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Authorities in Blount County, Alabama are searching for Francisco Sinecio-Alvarez, a murder suspect who allegedly shot and killed 73-year-old bond recovery agent James Eastis while Eastis was attempting to execute a bond revocation. Sinecio-Alvarez fled the scene in a light blue and white Ford F-150 truck, which has since been recovered, but the suspect remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous.

Why it matters

This case highlights the risks and dangers that bond recovery agents face in their work, as well as the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in apprehending violent suspects who are on the run. The public is being urged to remain alert and report any sightings of the suspect to authorities.

The details

According to the Blount County Sheriff's Office, the incident occurred on the morning of February 10 when Eastis was attempting to execute a bond revocation at a residence on Harris Road in Hayden. During the encounter, Sinecio-Alvarez allegedly shot and killed Eastis. Sinecio-Alvarez then fled the scene in the Ford F-150 truck. The vehicle has since been recovered, and authorities say the weapon believed to have been used in the shooting was visible inside the truck. However, Sinecio-Alvarez remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous.

• The incident occurred on the morning of February 10.
• Authorities recovered the suspect's vehicle around 2:30 a.m. on February 11.

What’s next

Authorities continue to search for Sinecio-Alvarez and urge the public to report any sightings to law enforcement immediately. The investigation is ongoing.