SHERIFF’S OFFICE SEEKS ASSISTANCE IN LOCATING HIGH RISK SUSPECT

On Saturday, January 25th, at approximately 2:30 PM, deputies with the Tom Green County Sheriff's Office attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a black Cadillac.  The vehicle evaded and a pursuit was initiated. During the pursuit, several items were observed being thrown out of the vehicle.  The pursuit traveled north on US67 at speeds in excess of 100 MPH, into Runnels County where the vehicle was abandoned in Rowena.  Two occupants fled the vehicle on foot.  A search at the time did not locate the suspects.  The vehicle was seized and towed.  A search of the area where items were thrown from the vehicle yielded 116 grams of Methamphetamine and a loaded AR-15 rifle.  Through further investigation, the suspected driver was identified as Antonio Diaz, 27 YOA.  Four felony warrants with a total bond of $175,000 have been issued for Diaz, which are:

-Evading Arrest Det w/ Vehicle (F3)

-Unlawful Possession of Firearm by Felon (F3)

-Tamper/Fabricate Physical Evidence w/ Intent to Impair (F3)

-Man Del CS PG 1-B >=4G<200G (F1)

Diaz, who is believed to be involved in the distribution of dangerous drugs and is known to carry firearms, remains at large.  As such, Diaz should be treated with caution from the public.  Diaz is not believed to be a San Angelo resident but is known to frequent San Angelo and has ties to Runnels County. If seen, do not approach and contact the Tom Green County Sheriff's Office at 325-655-8111 or your local law enforcement agency.  

The Tom Green County Sheriff's Office remains committed to the safety of protecting the citizens of Tom Green County through proactive police work and aggressive traffic enforcement.