Crime & Safety
U.S. Marshals Looking for Felon Hiding with Gun
The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information which would lead to the capture of fugitive Basim Barnes.
Basim Barnes, a wanted felon for the possession of a firearm, is wanted by U.S. Marshals and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Cleveland Police said they discovered the firearm during a traffic stop.
Barnes is a 28 year old black male, 6-feet tall and weighing 176
pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. Authorities said they believe Barnes is hiding somewhere in Cleveland — he had a previous address near the 1300 block of Crestline Avenue in Cleveland.
Anyone with information about Barnes is asked to contact the Northern
Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force at 1-866-4WANTED or Text keyword WANTED and tip to 847411 (tip411).
Tipsters can remain anonymous and reward money is available.
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