Crime Stoppers of El Paso rolled out its weekly "Fugitive Friday" gallery on Friday, July 17, naming ten people local authorities say are wanted on allegations that run from drug possession to sexual offenses and failure to register. The nonprofit notes that all tips are anonymous and that information leading to an arrest may be eligible for cash rewards.
The latest sheet features Lee Bryan Dominguez-Desena, wanted by the U.S. Marshals on a possession of methamphetamine allegation, and Gerardo McCall, who appears on a pre-revocation warrant with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, according to Crime Stoppers of El Paso. Also named are Fidel Mendoza, wanted by the El Paso District Attorney's Office for continuous violence against the family, Angelica Marie Barragon, on a violation of bond or protective order allegation, and Jose Villareal, on an allegation of continuous sexual abuse of a child under 14.
Who Was Named This Week
Crime Stoppers' website carries the gallery, and case notes that round out the rest of the list. That lineup includes Armando Ubina Echavarria, wanted on failure to comply with sex offender registration and indecency with a child allegations, and Luis Socorro Caudillo, who is sought on an attack-by-dog charge, according to Crime Stoppers of El Paso. The sheet also lists Bernardo Nava III, on collision involving injury and burglary of vehicles allegations, Marcelo Ivan Ramirez, on a possession of more than 50 pounds of marijuana allegation, and Eder Hernandez, on a DWI third or more allegation.
How Tips Move Cases
Local coverage shows these weekly roll calls can turn into real-world arrests, not just social media wallpaper. Hoodline recently reported on a San Elizario operation that ended with deputies arresting a man who had been featured on a "Top Ten" list. The case underscored how anonymous tips and coordinated follow-ups by deputies and partner agencies can turn a digital flyer into a knock on the door, according to the San Elizario stakeout, as per Hoodline.
Legal Note
Being named on the sheet does not equal a conviction, and suspects remain accused until charged and proven guilty in court. "All tips are anonymous," and "These fugitives should be considered ARMED and DANGEROUS! Never try to apprehend a fugitive yourself," according to the Texas Department of Public Safety, which, like local authorities, urges the public to pass information to investigators rather than attempt any enforcement on their own.
Anyone with information can call Crime Stoppers at 915-566-8477 or submit an anonymous tip through the group's website, according to Crime Stoppers of El Paso. If you observe a suspect and there is an immediate threat to safety, call 911.
