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Retired Special Forces Soldier Accused of Shooting Wife, Fleeing into Woods

May 6, 2026

Summary

Craig Berry, a retired Special Forces soldier, is accused of shooting his wife in northern Tennessee and then using his training to disappear into the woods. Authorities launched a K9-led search for the armed fugitive.

How coverage differs

Left outlets emphasize the serious accusation and ongoing K9 search for Craig Berry, while right outlets highlight the dramatic pursuit and "CAUGHT ON VIDEO" aspect of the manhunt.

  • Left: Ex-Special Forces soldier uses elite training to evade capture after alleged shooting Left-leaning outlets report on the serious accusation against retired Special Forces soldier Craig Berry, who allegedly shot his wife in northern Tennessee. They emphasize the ongoing K9-led search for the armed fugitive after he used his military training to evade capture in the woods.
  • Right: K9 search intensifies for armed Special Forces fugitive caught on video Right-leaning outlets highlight the dramatic pursuit of the armed Special Forces fugitive, Craig Berry, emphasizing the 'CAUGHT ON VIDEO' aspect of the bloodhound tracking him into the woods. They focus on the active manhunt after he allegedly shot his wife.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Retired Special Forces soldier accused of shooting wife, disappearing in woods

Right

  • CAUGHT ON VIDEO: Bloodhound tracks armed Special Forces fugitive into woods after allegedly shooting wife

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