Texas Man Wanted for Violent Felonies Found and Arrested in Myrtle Beach

Texas Man Wanted for Violent Felonies Found and Arrested in Myrtle Beach

Anthony Ansel Medrano now held at J. Reuben Long Detention Center

A Texas man who was sought for multiple violent crimes has been arrested in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Anthony Ansel Medrano, aged 33 of Conroe, Texas, was apprehended on July 3 after being recognized by a police officer due to previously released alerts.

The Arrest

According to reports released by the local police, Medrano was first sighted on 25th Avenue North where an officer recognized him matching the description given in a prior alert. The officer then approached Medrano for questioning. When second officer arrived on the scene, Medrano allegedly made an attempt to escape on foot, ignoring several warnings by the officers to stop. Medrano was apprehended by authorities on 27th Avenue North.

Upon his capture, it was confirmed by dispatch that Medrano was indeed the individual mentioned in the alert and was wanted in Texas on multiple charges. The warrant issued in Myrtle Beach included “weapons charges and numerous pending violent felonies.”

Current Status

The specific details of the charges pending against Medrano have not been detailed by local law enforcement in South Carolina or Texas. The Roking Report has reached out to the Texas county where Medrano was wanted for more information on the outstanding charges. His present incarceration at J. Reuben Long Detention Center was confirmed as of Wednesday afternoon.

It’s important to note that Myrtle Beach authorities played a crucial role in the safe capture and arrest of Medrano, a man accused of multiple violent felonies. Their laudable efforts have potentially protected both local and out-of-state communities from further harm.

Stay tuned to HERE News Network for updates on this developing story.


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