Texas Arrested Wanted Fugitive Fermin Alejandro Calles Garcia
A 24-year-old Venezuelan national was taken into custody in Travis County following a traffic stop.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Sex Crimes
Authorities arrested Fermin Alejandro Calles Garcia in Northwest Travis County on September 5, 2026. The suspect, a 24-year-old Venezuelan national, was on the Texas 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants list.
Why it matters
The arrest follows a multi-agency effort triggered by an anonymous tip provided through Crime Stoppers. It resolves an active search for a suspect wanted on serious charges including sexual assault of a child.
Fermin Alejandro Calles Garcia was wanted on warrants for sexual assault of a child, stalking, and assault causing bodily injury since March 2025. He was taken into custody by Cedar Park Police and Texas Department of Public Safety agents.
The players
Fermin Alejandro Calles Garcia
He is a 24-year-old Venezuelan national who appeared on the Texas 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants list.
Texas Department of Public Safety
This state agency oversees law enforcement operations and maintains the list of most wanted fugitives in Texas.
Cedar Park Police Department
This municipal law enforcement agency conducted the traffic stop that led to the arrest of the suspect in Travis County.
The details
Officers with the Cedar Park Police Department apprehended the suspect during a routine traffic stop. The operation was facilitated by information from an anonymous tipster who qualified for a reward through the Crime Stoppers program.
Timeline
Warrants for sexual assault and stalking were issued in March 2025.
Fermin Alejandro Calles Garcia was arrested on September 5, 2026.
Legal Context
The arrest highlights the enforcement role of the Texas 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants list. This program uses inter-agency cooperation to prioritize the apprehension of individuals with active warrants for violent offenses.
The apprehension of a high-priority suspect helps resolve long-standing criminal warrants in Travis County. Residents can continue to report suspicious activity or information on fugitives to the Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-252-TIPS.
The takeaway
The successful capture underscores the effectiveness of public tip lines in assisting law enforcement with high-priority fugitives. Citizens are encouraged to remain vigilant and utilize established reporting channels to aid in local safety.
Further reading
For more information on state law enforcement efforts, visit the Sex Crimes section.
More information
View the Texas Department of Public Safety website for further agency updates.
Source note: This article includes information reported by FOX 7 Austin.
