JACKSONVILLE, Texas — Bobby Michael Dennis , the man accused of shooting a Jacksonville police officer, has been taken into custody.

Chief Steven Markasky confirmed to CBS19 Dennis was taken into custody Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. Dennis is accused of shooting a Jacksonville officer Sunday night, injuring her and her K-9 unit. He evaded capture by police and law enforcement, prompting a manhunt for his arrest.

Multiple law enforcement agencies assisted Jacksonville PD in arresting Dennis at a property on CR 3509 West of Jacksonville city limits in Cuney. He was located in a wooded area and surrendered to law enforcement without further incident.

Police discovered a construction in the woods they believe was being used by Dennis as a makeshift shelter. A 9mm was discovered in that const

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