Fugitive Wanted for Murder in Custody

Robadarius Ronkevious Smith

AKA: Rah Rah

Sex:                 Male

Age:                31

Criminal Charges:

Murder

Tallassee Police Department

334-283-6586

The Tallassee Police Department notified Central Alabama CrimeStoppers and advised fugitive, Robdarius Ronkevious Smith, 31, of Tuskegee was in police custody.

The Tallassee Police Department originally contacted Central Alabama CrimeStoppers and requested public assistance on Friday, September 22, 2023, with locating fugitive, Robdarius Ronkevious Smith, 31, of Tuskegee.

Smith was wanted for the September 20, 2023, fatal shooting that occurred in the 100 block of Washington Street in Tallassee, AL.

Investigators thank the media and the public for rapidly spreading public awareness regarding Smith’s whereabouts. Thanks to this tremendous amount of public awareness, Smith was made well aware that he was wanted by law enforcement. Smith turned himself over to law enforcement in Butler County shortly after CrimeStoppers original press release.

Smith’s apprehension marks the 17th fugitive wanted for a murder that was located after being featured by Central Alabama CrimeStoppers this year.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Covington County Fugitive Arrested

Brandon Brewster

Sex:                 Male

Race:              White

Criminal Charges:

Receiving Stolen Property 1st Degree x 2 (Covington County)

Active Warrant (Elba Police Department)

FTA X 3 (Elberta Police Department)

Covington County Sheriff’s Office

334-427-4911

The Covington County Sheriff’s Office has located fugitive, Brandon Brewster, 26.

The Covington County Sheriff’s Office requested public assistance on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, and was searching for the whereabouts of fugitive, Brandon Brewster, 26. Brewster was wanted for multiple outstanding felony charges and outstanding warrants from three law enforcement agencies.

Investigators say Brewster was arrested on Wednesday evening, September 21, 2023, in New Brockton, AL.

Central Alabama CrimeStoppers would like to recognize the outstanding work of law enforcement with the apprehension of Brewster. Covington County Sheriff’s Office, Coffee County Sheriff's Office Geneva County Sheriff's Office along with the Alabama Department of Corrections assisted with the arrest. This is a great example of law enforcement agencies working together for the greater good of the community while producing a successful result.

Investigators say Brewster made previous threats to harm himself and was originally considered a danger to himself and possibly others. Investigators thank the public and the media for helping spread the lookout regarding Brewster.    The release received a tremendous public response. When we all work together, great things are possible!

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

WANTED – ESCAPED INMATE

Christopher Ivy Bates

Sex:                 Male

Age:                34

Race:              Black

Height:           5’4”

Weight:          144

Criminal Charges

Escape

Alabama Department of Corrections

Staton Communications (800) 831-8825

Loxley CBF/CWC

(251) 964-5044

On Wednesday, September 13, 2023, the Alabama Department of Corrections requested assistance in locating Christopher Ivy Bates.  Bates is described as a black male, age 34, 5’04” in height, weighing approximately 144 lbs. Bates has multiple tattoos. Bates is wanted for Escape.

Bates was serving a 20-year prison sentence for robbery at the Loxley Detention Facility. Bates escaped from the Gulf Shores Sports Plex in Gulf Shores, Alabama, where he was currently assigned. Bates was wearing his ADOC uniform, but investigators believe he changed his clothes upon escape. Investigators say Bates escaped Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at about 1:00 a.m.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of escaped inmate Christopher Ivy Bates, please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP (833-251-7867) or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question. Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!

If you need to remain anonymous call CrimeStoppers.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

No Longer Wanted – Criminal Possession of Forged Instrument 3rd – Cash Reward Offered

Kelli Carr

Sex:                 Female

Age:                52

Race:              White

Criminal Charges:

Criminal Possession of Forged Instrument 3rd Degree

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office notified Central Alabama CrimeStoppers and advised Kelli Carr, 52, was no longer wanted by law enforcement.

Carr was originally wanted for Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument 3rd Degree. Court documents indicated that Carr possessed a forged instrument and had knowledge that the said instrument was forged.

CrimeStoppers received the request to provide a public lookout for Carr on September 1, 2023, and the lookout was posted on behalf of the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office on Monday, September 12, 2023.

Investigators say Carr turned herself over to law enforcement shortly after the lookout was aired. Carr is no longer wanted by law enforcement.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Montgomery – Fugitive Wanted for Nine Domestic Violence-Related Warrants Turns Himself Over to Law Enforcement

Centario Deon Williams

Sex:                 Male

Age:                39

Criminal Charges:

Domestic Violence (Reckless Endangerment) x 2

Domestic Violence (Menacing)

Domestic Violence (Criminal Trespass) x 2

Domestic Violence (Harassment) x 4

Montgomery Police Department Investigations

334-625-2831

Montgomery Police Department

334-625-2651

The Montgomery Police Department notified Central Alabama CrimeStoppers and advised they have located fugitive, Centario Deon Williams, 39.

Montgomery Police Investigators requested public assistance from CrimeStoppers to help locate Williams. A lookout and photo were released to the media and the public on Thursday, September 7, 2023. Williams was originally wanted for nine domestic violence-related warrants.

Montgomery investigators were actively seeking the whereabouts of Williams and would like to thank the public and media for helping share the original lookout. Due to the widespread awareness of this fugitive with nine domestic violence-related warrants, the suspect was quickly taken into custody. Williams was aware of the public awareness regarding his whereabouts and quickly turned himself over to law enforcement. Williams was placed into custody and charged with nine outstanding warrants.

Montgomery Police Department’s Domestic Violence Unit acted swiftly to ensure Williams was located in a timely and prompt manner. These investigators went above and beyond to ensure a wanted fugitive was taken off the streets.

Central Alabama CrimeStoppers applauds law enforcement, the media, and especially the public for helping create public awareness of this fugitive which ultimately resulted in Williams's apprehension. This is another outstanding example of all of us working together for the greater good of the community. When we come together, we can produce positive results!

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

LOCATED

Wanted – FTA Receiving Stolen Property – Cash Reward Offered

Christopher Hardmon

Sex:                 Male

Age:                36

Race:              Black

Height:           5’8”

Weight:          220

Criminal Charges:

FTA Receiving Stolen Property 2nd Degree

Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office

334-832-4980

Montgomery County Fugitive/Extradition Team

334-832-2579

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office continues searching for the location of Christopher Hardmon, 36. Hardmon is described as a black male, 5’8 ft. in height, weighing approximately 220 lbs.

Hardmon is wanted for a failure to appear receiving stolen property 2nd degree. Court documents indicate that Hardmon did receive, retain, or dispose of a stolen firearm while knowing it was stolen. Hardmon failed to appear in court for the original charge.  

Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to the location and arrest of Hardmon.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Hardmon, please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question. Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!

If you need to remain anonymous call CrimeStoppers.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

NO LONGER WANTED

WANTED – ESCAPED INMATE

Pershon O’Neal Pettway

Sex:                 Male

Age:                27

Race:              Black

Height:           6’01”

Weight:          135

Criminal Charges

Escape

Alabama Department of Corrections

Staton Communications (800) 831-8825

Childersburg CBF/CWC

(256) 378-3821

The Alabama Department of Corrections needs assistance in locating Pershon O’Neal Pettway.  Pettway is described as a black male, age 27, 6’01” in height, weighing approximately 135lbs. Pettway is wanted for Escape.

Pershon O’Neal Pettway was serving a 2-year prison sentence for Receiving Stolen Property at the Childersburg Community Based Facility and Community Work Center located at 13501 Plant Road, Alpine, AL 35014. On September 5, 2023, at approximately 3:32 AM an institutional bed roster was conducted of the facility. At approximately 4:20 AM the count did not clear. It was determined that inmate Pershon Pettway was not present and was unaccounted for.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of escaped inmate Pershon O’Neal Pettway, please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP (833-251-7867) or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question. Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!

If you need to remain anonymous call CrimeStoppers.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

IRVIN GARCIA MESSINO – IN CUSTODY

Irvin Garcia Messino

Sex:                 Male

Age:                34

Criminal Charges

Murder

The United States Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Task Force requested public assistance on August 15, 2023, and were actively searching for the location of Irvin Garcia Messino, 34, wanted for murder.

Investigators say Messino was wanted for the murder of Dario Juarez, 45, that occurred on August 19, 2023, on Locust Street in Montgomery, Alabama.

Investigators say Messino has been located and is no longer wanted by law enforcement. Messino was taken into custody Friday, March 1, 2024. There are no other details available for release at this time.

Investigators and CrimeStoppers would like to thank the media and the public for helping spread awareness in the original lookout.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

URGENT - WANTED - ESCAPEE

Jordan Andrew Thomas

Sex:                 Male

Age:                30

Race:              Black

Height:           5’8”

Weight:          120

Criminal Charges

Escape

Alabama Department of Corrections Communications

 (800) 831-8825

Staton Correction Facility Communications

 (334) 567-2221

The Alabama Department of Corrections notified Central Alabama CrimeStoppers and advised they are seeking a fugitive wanted for escape.

The Alabama Department of Corrections is requesting public assistance in locating, fugitive, Jordan Andrew Thomas, 30, who is described as a black male, 5’8” in height, and weighs approximately 120 lbs.

On Monday, August 7, 2023, at approximately 11:00 a.m., Staton Correctional Facility located in Elmore County advised inmate, Jordan Andrew Thomas had escaped from the facility.

Investigators say Thomas was last seen wearing his brown khaki state uniform. There are no other details available for release at this time.

Thomas is currently serving a 75-year sentence for murder.

Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads law enforcement to the current location of Thomas and leads to his capture.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of escaped inmate Jordan Andrew Thomas, please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP (833-251-7867) or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question.

Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!

If you need to remain anonymous call CrimeStoppers.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Fugitive with Multiple Felony Charges Located

Corrick Barnett

Sex:                 Male

Race:              Black

Height:           6’0”

Weight:          285

Criminal Charges:

Possession of a Controlled Substance

Possession of Marijuana 2nd

Certain Persons Forbidden to Carry a Firearm (Pistol)

Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office

334-832-4980

Montgomery County Fugitive/Extradition Team

334-832-2579

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office notified Central Alabama CrimeStoppers and advised they have located fugitive, Corrick Barnett, 30.

CrimeStoppers released the lookout for Barnett on August 3, 2023, on behalf of the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Barnett was originally wanted for multiple outstanding felony drug charges and a gun charge. Court documents indicated that Barnett was unlawfully in possession of a firearm after being convicted of felony and criminal charges that would prevent him from possessing a firearm.

CrimeStoppers was notified on September 19, 2023, that Barnett had been arrested and was no longer wanted. Barnett was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Detention Facility

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Wanted – Fugitive – Cash Reward Offered

Charles Woodall

Sex:                 Male

Race:              Black

Height:           5’6”

Weight:          165

Criminal Charges:

Possession of Forged Instrument 3rd

Theft of Property 3rd

Probation Revocation Theft of Property 1st

Receiving Stolen Property

Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office

334-832-4980

Montgomery County Fugitive/Extradition Team

334-832-2579

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is searching for the location of Charles Woodall. Woodall is described as a black male, 5’6 ft. in height, weighing approximately 165 lbs.

Woodall is wanted for multiple felony fraud and theft charges. Court documents indicate that Woodall forged a check at a Montgomery area financial institution and also received stolen property valued at greater than $2,500.00.

Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to the location and arrest of Woodall.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Woodall, please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question. Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!

If you need to remain anonymous call CrimeStoppers.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

FUGITIVE JERMAINE CORTEX WALKER IN CUSTODY

Jermaine Cortex Walker

Sex:                 Male

Age:                39

Criminal Charges

Attempted Murder

United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force

(334) 223-7287

The United States Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Task Force notified Central Alabama CrimeStoppers and advised they located fugitive, Jermaine Cortex Walker, 39.

The United States Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Task Force originally requested assistance on August 1, 2023, locating fugitive, Jermaine Cortex Walker, wanted for attempted murder.

The United States Marshals notified CrimeStoppers and advised Walker was no longer wanted by law enforcement and was taken into custody on August 2, 2023. Walker was charged with attempted murder and placed in the Montgomery County Jail on no bond.

CrimeStoppers applauds The United States Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Task Force for acting swiftly to ensure a violent offender was taken off the street and placed behind bars.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Fugitive No Longer Wanted for Theft of Property 1st Degree

Precious Hudson

Sex:                 Female

Age:                22

Criminal Charges:

Theft of Property 1st Degree

Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office

334-832-4980

Montgomery County Fugitive/Extradition Team

334-832-2579

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office notified Central Alabama CrimeStoppers and advised Precious Hudson, 22, was no longer wanted by law enforcement.

Hudson was featured on CrimeStoppers on August 1, 2023, and was wanted for theft of property 1st degree. Court documents indicated that Hudson unlawfully stole property valued at $2,500.00 from a Montgomery area church.

CrimeStoppers was notified by law enforcement on August 2, 2023, and were advised that Hudson was no longer wanted by law enforcement and the warrant has been served.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Fugitive and Convicted Sex Offender Located

Riley James Decatur

Sex:                 Male

Age:                54

Criminal Charges:

Violation of the Community Notification Act

Montgomery Police Department

(334) 625-2651

The Montgomery Police Department notified CrimeStoppers and advised they have located registered sex offender, Riley James Decatur, 54, wanted for Violation of the Community Notification Act.

Investigators requested public assistance locating Decatur on July 20, 2023. Decatur was wanted for Violation of the Community Notification Act by the Montgomery Police Department. Investigators say Decatur is a registered sex offender and official court documents indicate he has been convicted of three sexual-related offenses.

The United States Marshals assisted with the apprehension of Decatur. Investigators credit an anonymous tip received through CrimeStoppers that led to the exact whereabouts of Decatur. Investigators say the tipster’s information was crucial in the investigation and ultimately led to the apprehension of Decatur.

Central Alabama CrimeStoppers would like to say a big thank you to the public and the media for quickly getting the message out about Decatur. Thanks to such a quick response, anonymous information was received through CrimeStoppers that led to the apprehension of a known convicted sexual offender. CrimeStoppers will be providing a cash reward to the courageous anonymous tipster that provided information that placed a known sex offender behind bars and took him off the streets.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

WANTED – FUGITIVE – DIEGO BARRERA – $2,500.00 CASH REWARD OFFERED

Diego Barrera

Sex:                 Male

Age:                21

Race:              Hispanic

Height:           5’5

Weight:          170

Criminal Charges

Capital Murder

United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force

(334) 223-7287

The United States Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Task Force is actively searching for the location of fugitive, Diego Barrera, 21.

Barrera is described as a Hispanic male, 5’5 ft. in height, weighing approximately 170 lbs. Barrera is wanted for Capital Murder by the Montgomery Police Department. Barrera was developed as a suspect in the shooting death of Carlos Jones, 39.

On Saturday, March 12, 2022, at approximately 6:50 p.m., Montgomery Patrol Units and medics responded to the 1700 block of Upper Wetumpka Road in reference to a subject shot. Upon arrival, the victim, black male, Carlos Jones, 39 YOA, of Montgomery was found to have sustained a fatal gunshot wound and was pronounced dead after being transported to a local hospital.

Investigators are acting swiftly to locate Barrera. In an effort to ensure Barrera is located in a timely manner, CrimeStoppers is increasing its cash reward for the apprehension of Barrera. Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is offering a $2,500.00 cash reward for information that leads law enforcement to Barrera’s current whereabouts and his arrest.

When you call CrimeStoppers, you always remain anonymous. We will never ask for your name or personal information.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Barrera, please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question. Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!

If you need to remain anonymous call CrimeStoppers.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

WANTED – FUGITIVE – CASH REWARD OFFERED

Tara Samantha Calhoun

Sex:                 Female

Age:                31

Race:              Black

Height:           5’8”

Weight:          160

Hair:               Black

Eyes:               Brown

Talladega County Sheriff’s Office Investigations

(256) 761-2141

Criminal Charges

Receiving Stolen Property 2nd Degree

The Talladega County Sheriff’s Office is searching for the location of fugitive, Tara Samantha Calhoun, 31. Calhoun is described as a black female, 5’8 ft. in height, weighing approximately 160 lbs.

Investigators say Calhoun is wanted for receiving stolen property 2nd degree with the Talladega County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators are not releasing additional details regarding these charges due to this case being an ongoing investigation.

Investigators say Calhoun is most likely in the Gadsden, Alabama area.

Investigators are attempting to locate Calhoun and ask anyone that knows the current whereabouts of Calhoun to please come forward. When you call CrimeStoppers, you will remain ANONYMOUS.

Central Alabama CrimeStoppers will provide a cash reward for information that leads law enforcement to the current location of Calhoun.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Calhoun, please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question. Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward! If you need to remain anonymous call CrimeStoppers.

Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.