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Fort Worth sex offender named state's Featured Fugitive for July, authorities say
By Doug Myers at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
A Fort Worth man who failed to comply with sex offender registration requirements is the state's Featured Fugitive for July.Alejandro Villegas, 32, of Fort Worth
Texas Department of Public Safety
The reward for Alejandro Villegas, 32, of For...
Key takeaway DPS says Villegas, a Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender, was arrested by Arlington police in 2017 and sentenced to 36 months of probation.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The case of Alejandro Villegas, a Fort Worth man and Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender, raises concerns about public safety in Tarrant County. Villegas' history of non-compliance with sex offender registration requirements and his ties to nearby cities like Arlington and Dallas suggest that his potential reach extends beyond Fort Worth. The fact that he has been wanted since January for a probation violation and has an additional warrant for failure to register as a sex offender underscores the need for continued vigilance from local law enforcement. With a reward of $6,000 for information leading to his arrest, residents can play a crucial role in helping authorities apprehend Villegas and prevent potential harm to the community. As the search for Villegas continues, it is crucial for residents to remain informed and report any tips to the authorities, which can be done anonymously through the Crime Stoppers hotline or online platforms.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Fort Worth man who failed to comply with sex offender registration requirements is the state's Featured Fugitive for July.Alejandro Villegas, 32, of Fort Worth
Texas Department of Public Safety
The reward for Alejandro Villegas, 32, of For...
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