A man wanted for burglary in Fresno, California, has been apprehended in Eugene, Oregon, authorities report. The fugitive, 47-year-old Hans Matheus, was taken into custody without incident after being spotted at a local restaurant.
Acting on a tip from the Fresno County Sheriff's Office, Eugene Police were alerted that Matheus might be in the area. The License Plate Reader system, when put to the test, successfully located Matheus' vehicle at Elmer’s Restaurant on Valley River Way, according to a statement obtained by the City of Eugene. After setting up surveillance, detectives were able to confirm the suspect's identity.
Upon Matheus's exit from the restaurant at 1:37 p.m. on July 22, Eugene Police officers approached and arrested Matheus, who was then booked at the Lane County Jail. He faces a charge of Fugitive from Justice based on the extraditable warrant from Fresno, specifically WNO/25015245 for Residential Burglary.
Details surrounding Matheus' alleged crimes have not been disclosed, leaving the circumstances that led to his fugitive status under wraps. The swift collaboration between local authorities has resulted in Matheus being held accountable for his outstanding legal issues, exemplifying inter-agency cooperation.
