Timothy Craig Ramsey: Armed and dangerous, has a criminal record–shocking details about McCaysville shooter
Timothy Craig Ramsey: Armed and dangerous, has a criminal record–shocking details about McCaysville shooter
The quiet town of McCaysville, Georgia, was thrust into chaos on Friday night when gunfire pierced the calm, leaving a respected police captain fighting for his life and an armed fugitive on the run. Now, authorities have launched a statewide Blue Alert as the desperate search continues for 26-year-old Timothy Craig Ramsey, the man accused of carrying out the shocking attack.
According to investigators, the shooting occurred around 11:10 p.m. on September 12, 2025, near 1st Street in McCaysville. Captain Brantley Worley, who had only recently been promoted and was widely admired as both a lawman and ordained minister, was critically injured in the line of duty.
Suspect Description and Last Known Movements
Authorities describe Ramsey as a white male, 5’11” tall, weighing about 185 pounds, with long brown hair and blue eyes. At the time of the shooting, he was wearing a green top and bottoms paired with a dark motorcycle helmet.
Witnesses said Ramsey fled the scene on foot, disappearing into the night shortly after the shooting. He remains at large, with officials stressing that he is armed and extremely dangerous. Residents have been told not to confront him, but to call 911 immediately if spotted.
A BLUE ALERT has been issued for Timothy Craig Ramsey, age 26. Ramsey is wanted for injuring McCaysville Police Captain Brantley Worley that occurred on September 12, 2025, at 11:10 p.m. on 1st Street in McCaysville, GA.
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— GA Bureau of Investigation (@GBI_GA) September 13, 2025
In its statement, the police wrote on X:
A BLUE ALERT has been issued for Timothy Craig Ramsey, age 26. Ramsey is wanted for injuring McCaysville Police Captain Brantley Worley that occurred on September 12, 2025, at 11:10 p.m. on 1st Street in McCaysville, GA. Ramsey is a white male, 5’11”, 185 lbs, w/ long brown hair & blue eyes. He was last seen in the area of 1st Street, McCaysville, GA, on Sept. 12, 2025, at 11:10 p.m. Ramsey was wearing a green top & bottoms, & had a dark-colored motorcycle helmet. He was traveling on foot. Ramsey is considered armed and dangerous. If you see him or see any suspicious activity, please take immediate precautions and notify 911. If you have any information on the whereabouts of this dangerous suspect, please contact 911 or the Georgia Bureau of Investigation by calling 1-800-597-TIPS(8477), online at gbi.georgia.gov/submit-tips-on, or by downloading the See Something, Send Something mobile app.
Criminal Record and Past Encounters
Ramsey is no stranger to law enforcement. Court documents reveal he was arrested in Bartow County in 2024 on a misdemeanor battery charge before being released on bond just two days later.
McCaysville Police Chief Michael Earley also confirmed that Ramsey has had previous run-ins with local officers, raising fears about a troubling pattern of violent behavior.
The Law Enforcement Response
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is spearheading the manhunt with support from the Fannin County Sheriff’s Office and multiple state and federal partners. Officials describe the ongoing search as their top priority, underscoring the seriousness of the threat Ramsey poses.
The Blue Alert system—used when a law enforcement officer is seriously injured or killed in the line of duty—was activated immediately to mobilize public awareness across state lines. The alert shares critical details, similar to Amber and Silver Alerts, helping communities play a direct role in locating dangerous suspects.
The Human Cost: Captain Brantley Worley
The shooting has left McCaysville shaken, not only because of the violence itself but because of who it targeted. Captain Brantley Worley has been with the department for years, earning respect as both a dedicated officer and an ordained minister. Just promoted in July, he is known for his sense of duty and unwavering commitment to the community.
Chief Earley described him as “a faithful public servant whose work reflects a deep sense of duty.”
A Community on Edge
Residents across North Georgia have been urged to remain alert and avoid taking risks. Anyone with information about Ramsey’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact authorities by calling 911, reaching out to the GBI Tip Line at 1-800-597-TIPS (8477), submitting tips online at gbi.georgia.gov/submit-tips-online, or using the “See Something, Send Something” mobile app.
Race Against Time
As the search drags into its second day, the urgency grows. More than a dozen agencies are now coordinating resources, scouring McCaysville and beyond for any sign of the fugitive.
Chief Earley put it simply:
“Our number one goal is public safety. We will not rest until Timothy Ramsey is in custody.”
For now, the Blue Alert remains active, and the community holds its breath—knowing that the manhunt for Timothy Craig Ramsey is far from over.
