Pueblo Police searching for child cruelty suspect
(PUEBLO, Colo.) — The Pueblo Police Department (PPD) serves as part of the FBI's Southern Colorado Safe Streets Task Force in an effort to identify, apprehend, and prosecute violent criminals within the community.
On Friday, April 25, PPD said it is looking for 42-year-old Michael Fuentes, who is described as a Hispanic man, 5'05', 150lbs, black hair, and brown eyes.
Fuentes has a warrant for Cruelty Toward Child – Child Abuse- Knowingly/Recklessly Cause Serious Bodily Injury. His bond is $20,000.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact PPD at (719) 553-2502. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Pueblo Crime Stoppers at (719) 542-7867 or online at pueblocrimestoppers.com. If your information leads to a felony arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward.
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