Arkansas law enforcement officers arrested a man Tuesday who had been listed as one of Texas’ most wanted fugitives, authorities confirmed.
The individual, a 46-year-old man, was taken into custody in Arkansas on June 2, 2026, according to law enforcement records. He had been sought in connection with sexual crimes against children.
The Texas Department of Public Safety had included the suspect on its “Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitives” list, a designation reserved for the state’s most dangerous and elusive criminal targets. The list typically features individuals facing serious felony charges who have eluded capture for extended periods.
Details about the specific charges filed against the man were not immediately available Wednesday. Texas authorities had issued a warrant for his arrest related to sex offenses involving minors.
Information regarding which Arkansas law enforcement agency conducted the arrest was still being confirmed as of Wednesday afternoon. The capture represented a significant development in a cross-state investigation.
The Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitives program has been operational since 1999 and has resulted in the capture of more than 1,000 fugitives. The program offers cash rewards for tips leading to arrests and is publicized through various media outlets across the state.
Authorities have not released additional details about the investigation, including the location within Arkansas where the suspect was apprehended. Officials indicated that more information would likely become available following initial court proceedings.
The arrest comes as law enforcement agencies across the region continue efforts to locate individuals wanted for crimes against children. Multi-state cooperation between Texas and Arkansas has proven effective in previous fugitive investigations.
Anyone with information about fugitives is encouraged to contact local law enforcement or use tip line resources provided by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Source: 5News KFSM
