High-Violent gang member who was wanted by DOC in Chelan County arrested, facing several new charges

FUGITIVE CAPTURED April 20, 2016 --
The Department of Corrections says Osvaldo Verduzco-Mendoza was arrested by Wenatchee Police and booked into the Chelan County Jail on Wednesday.

The DOC says he faces new charges of:


    FUGITIVE WANTED BY DOC IN CHELAN COUNTY February 5, 2016 --
    A Chelan County fugitive is breaking both state and federal probation.

    High-Violent gang member, Osvaldo Verduzco-Mendoza is living up to his street name, "Lil’ Ghost," -- by vanishing.

    He's supervised in Chelan County for a meth bust and federally for a gun crime conviction.

    Department of Corrections officers say he's a known drug user with a history of violent crimes and possessing firearms.

    They think he could be hiding in the Wenatchee area.

    If you know where he’s hiding, call an anonymous tip into:
    CRIME STOPPERS: 1-800-222-TIPS

    You must call the Crime Stoppers hotline with your tip to be eligible to receive a cash reward for information leading to a fugitive’s arrest.

    CLICK HERE for information on how to TEXT A TIP to Crime Stoppers.