On Tuesday, August 25th, the Clarksville Police received a call of a hit and run vehicle accident. in Clarksville ended in gunfire between police and the suspect.
Bobby Warthan Jr., 58, of Annona, was reportedly was involved the accident, leaving the scene and driving off toward the intersection of the US 82 loop and Highway 37. He abandoned his car and fled on foot.
When an officer approached Warthan, he allegedly opened fire. Police reportedly returned fire, hitting Warthan.
Warthan was taken into custody and transported to the hospital where he is recovering.
The Texas Rangers are handling the investigation.