Crime & Safety

Have You Seen Him: Robert Shouse Is Wanted By The FBI

Robert Shouse, 31, is wanted by the FBI, based on a criminal complaint filed against him in federal court, officials said.

HOUSTON — A manhunt is underway for a Fort Bend County man who is the subject of a federal criminal complaint of sexual exploitation of a child and possession of child pornography.

The FBI announced late last they were searching for 31-year-old Robert Shouse, who lives in Richmond, but is known to frequently visit College Station and Lubbock, Texas.

Officials said they searched Shouse's home where they allegedly seized several digital devices. Federal officials conducted a forensic investigation of those items and allegedly found images and videos related to child pornography and sexual exploitation of a minor.

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Shouse is a white male, 5-feet-10 inches tall, who weighs approximately 220 pounds, and has light brown hair and brown eyes.

Anyone who has information about Shouse’s whereabouts is asked to call Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers at (281) 342-TIPS (8477). You can also submit a tip online via Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers.

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Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to his arrest.

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