Suspect in Police Officer Shooting in Custody

Montgomery police say the man accused of shooting an officer is in custody. 

They say Matthew Wright is in custody in Louisiana.  Police say Louisiana law enforcement spotted the vehicle Sunday afternoon.  They say Wright then fled on foot, but was later caught.

Wright is accused of shooting officer Robert Hubbard at the Eastern Boulevard Walmart in Montgomery around 8:30 Sunday morning.  

Police say they received a call about a theft at the Walmart.  They say when Hubbard approached Wright, Wright pulled out a weapon and shot Hubbard.

Hubbard was taken to the hospital in critical condition.  He underwent surgery and is expected to recover.

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