Texas law enforcement is seeking Rodrigo Flores, a 34-year-old fugitive affiliated with the notorious MS-13 gang. What makes Flores particularly identifiable are the prominent tattoos on his face, including the letters “M” and “S” on his cheeks and the number “13” on his chin.
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced a cash reward of up to $7,500 for information leading to Flores’s capture. He is wanted for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and assault of a family/household member. Flores has ties to El Paso, Texas, where he was born.
According to the DPS, Flores has a violent criminal history, including a 2012 conviction for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in El Paso. He served a five-year prison sentence in Texas and has also spent time in federal prison for drug offenses, according to Fox News.
Flores is described as 5-foot-7, 180 pounds, and covered in numerous tattoos on his face, back, chest, neck, hands, arms, and legs. He also has a scar on his right forearm. He may be known by the nicknames “Scrappy” and “Rigo.”
Authorities consider Flores to be armed and dangerous and advise the public not to approach him. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact the Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-252-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be submitted through the Texas DPS website by selecting the fugitive and clicking the link under their picture, or on Facebook by clicking the “SUBMIT A TIP” link.
All tips are anonymous, and tipsters will be provided a tip number instead of using a name.
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This case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to apprehend individuals involved in gang-related activities and bring them to justice. The distinctive markings on Flores’s face may aid in his identification and apprehension.
It is important for the public to remain vigilant and report any information that could assist in the capture of dangerous fugitives like Flores. The safety and security of communities depend on the cooperation between law enforcement and the public.
Texas Department of Public Safety urges anyone with information to come forward and help bring this fugitive to justice. The reward offered underscores the seriousness of the charges against Flores and the commitment to ensuring public safety.