Nationwide manhunt underway for man wanted for Tennessee murder

MIAMI — A nationwide manhunt is underway for a man wanted for a murder out of Tennessee that happened last week.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office in Tennessee on Saturday night has asked for the public's help in finding 45-year-old Nicholas Wayne Hamlett, who they said it wanted for first-degree murder. Authorities told CBS News Miami that he has ties to Montana, Tennessee, Alabama, Alaska, Kentucky and Florida.

Hamlett is said to be 5'7" and 170 lbs and is considered to be armed and dangerous. Authorities said Hamlett's location is currently unknown and if you see him, do not approach him and call 911 immediately.