U.S. Marshals Issue Arrest Warrant for Rudy Barbosa
Authorities are seeking a 45-year-old San Antonio man wanted for violating federal supervised release and felony assault.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Law Enforcement
The U.S. Marshals Lone Star Fugitive Task Force has issued an arrest warrant for 45-year-old Rudy Barbosa. He is wanted for allegedly violating the conditions of his federal supervised release and for an active felony assault charge in Bexar County.
Why it matters
The warrant follows allegations that Barbosa assaulted a household member by restricting her breathing. This incident serves as a violation of his federal supervised release, which stemmed from a 2023 conviction for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Barbosa faces a third-degree felony assault charge for allegedly restricting a victim's breathing. He previously received a 42-month federal prison sentence in 2023 for firearm possession.
The players
Rudy Barbosa
He is a 45-year-old individual currently wanted by federal and local law enforcement for assault and supervised release violations.
U.S. Marshals Lone Star Fugitive Task Force
This federal agency is responsible for tracking and apprehending fugitives and is currently leading the search for Barbosa.
The details
Investigators documented visible redness and abrasions on the victim after Barbosa allegedly grabbed her by the neck twice. The suspect, who stands 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 180 pounds, is further identifiable by a red lips tattoo on the right side of his neck.
Timeline
Barbosa received a 42-month federal sentence for firearm possession in 2023.
The U.S. Marshals issued a public appeal for information in October 2026.
Legal Context
The search for Barbosa underscores the strict enforcement of the conditions of federal supervised release. Violating these court-mandated terms often leads to immediate warrant issuance when new criminal activity is suspected in the local jurisdiction.
Residents in the San Antonio area should exercise caution and contact the authorities if they have information regarding the suspect. The task force can be reached directly at 210-657-8500 to report sightings or relevant details.
The takeaway
Authorities are urging the public to report any information regarding Barbosa's location to the task force. Always prioritize personal safety and avoid direct engagement if you believe you have spotted a wanted individual.
Further reading
For more on how local and federal agencies coordinate, visit the Law Enforcement section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KABB.
