Fugitive Arrested in South Africa Returns to San Antonio
Authorities have extradited Robert Lee Redd Jr. to face charges of aggravated sexual assault in Bexar County.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Sex Crimes
The Lone Star Fugitive Task Force has successfully returned 56-year-old Robert Lee Redd Jr. to San Antonio following his arrest in South Africa. He faces two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child.
Why it matters
The extradition marks the end of a seven-year search for the fugitive after he fled the country to avoid standing trial. He is now held in the Bexar County Jail awaiting upcoming judicial proceedings.
Robert Lee Redd Jr. was arrested in Kabega Park based on intelligence provided by the Lone Star Fugitive Task Force to international authorities. He is now booked into the Bexar County Jail to face his two-count indictment.
The players
Robert Lee Redd Jr.
He is a 56-year-old fugitive who was wanted on two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child.
Lone Star Fugitive Task Force
This task force provides investigative intelligence and coordinates with domestic and international agencies to locate fugitives.
144th District Court
This is a court of law in Bexar County, Texas, that handles felony criminal cases.
The details
Redd is accused of sexually assaulting a victim under the age of 14, leading to his 2019 indictment in the 144th District Court of Bexar County. He evaded domestic authorities for seven years before international police located him in the Eastern Cape province.
Timeline
May 2019: An indictment was filed in the 144th District Court of Bexar County.
October 2026: The fugitive was arrested and extradited to San Antonio.
Legal Context
The return of the suspect follows established international cooperation protocols under the extradition treaty processes between the United States and South Africa. This case demonstrates the efficacy of cross-border law enforcement coordination in tracking fugitives who cross international jurisdictions.
The return of the suspect to San Antonio ensures that the judicial process for the 2019 indictment can finally proceed. Residents in Bexar County can expect further updates as the case moves through the local court system.
The takeaway
This arrest underscores the reach of international law enforcement partnerships in pursuing long-term fugitives. The case remains under active judicial review as the suspect prepares for his upcoming court appearances.
Further reading
For more information on legal proceedings, visit the Sex Crimes section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KABB.
