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A.G. Drummond asking for public's help finding two fugitives on 10 Most Wanted list

A.G. Drummond asking for public's help finding two fugitives on 10 Most Wanted list

Yahoo28-01-2025
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is asking for the public's help capturing two fugitives on the 10 Most Wanted list.
According to Drummond, 50-year-old Jayson Geoffrey Evans is wanted for assault with a deadly weapon with intent to do harm in Indian Country as well as eluding a police officer. A reward of up to $7,000 is available for information leading to his arrest.
20-year-old Nicholas Armando Roman is wanted for indecent or lewd acts with a child. A reward of up to $2,000 is available for information leading to his arrest.
LOCAL NEWS: Del City pursuit ends with suspect in custody
'We're asking Oklahomans to help provide information that can lead to the capture of two dangerous individuals. These suspects have no place walking free in our communities,' said Drummond.
Since the launch of the 10 Most Wanted program in September, eight fugitives have been taken into custody. Information regarding these two individuals can be reported to the OAG's tip line at 405-343-8107.
'Through strong partnerships with federal, tribal, state and local law enforcement, we will continue pursuing fugitives from justice until they face the consequences of their alleged crimes.' Drummond added.
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