MEMPHIS, Texas (KTRK) — Authorities issued a “Blue Alert” across Texas Friday morning as they searched for a man who allegedly shot and wounded a small town’s police chief.

The Texas Department of Public Safety sent a “Blue Alert” to smartphones across the state shortly after 5 a.m. Friday for 33-year-old Seth Altman in the shooting death of Memphis Police Chief Rex Plant.

Local media reports that the chief was shot late Thursday as he and another officer attempted to arrest Altman on burglary charges.

ABC affiliate KVII-TV reports that the unit is listed in stable condition at a hospital in Lubbock.

In 2008, then-Gov. Rick Perry’s order established a “Blue Alert,” similar to the Amber Alert for missing children.

They are issued at the request of a local law enforcement agency whenever an officer is killed or injured by a suspect who is considered a threat to public safety, the DPS website says.

Police in Memphis, a city in the Texas Panhandle, referred questions to DPS, whose officers did not immediately return calls Friday morning.

Gov. Greg Abbott announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to Altman’s arrest.

Authorities urge you to contact Crime Stoppers directly if you have any information regarding this investigation.

Altman is described as a white male, approximately 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighing 220 pounds. Officials said he was known to wear glasses and have blue eyes and reddish hair. Investigators are warning Texans that he should be considered armed and dangerous.

Information leading to Altman’s arrest could result in a cash payment of up to $10,000.

Tipsters must contact Crime Stoppers directly to remain anonymous and be considered for a cash payment by calling 1-800-252-TIPS (8477), submitting a tip through the Texas 10 Most Wanted website or through the mobile app from Crime Stoppers.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.