The Texas Department of Public Safety and Kermit Police Department are ramping up efforts to locate a Winkler County man wanted on child pornography charges, and they're dangling a cash lure to net assistance from the public. A reward of up to $1,000 is on offer for information that leads to the capture of fugitive Israel Arreola Diaz, as announced by authorities.
Described by officials as standing 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighting about 185 pounds, and decorated with tattoos commemorating child footprints and names across his chest, Arreola Diaz is 35 and now the target of a search that carries a note of caution. Despite being considered armed and dangerous, a cash incentive still hopes to bring him into custody.
To claim the reward, tipsters must contact law enforcement through specified avenues. The information must be relayed either by calling the Kermit Police Department at (432) 586-2577 or reaching out to the Texas Department of Public Safety at (432) 498-2130. Officials have guaranteed anonymity for all tips provided through these channels.
It is strongly advised by the authorities to avoid personal confrontations; Arreola Diaz should not be apprehended by the public due to the potential risks involved.
