A fugitive with multiple felony warrants was taken into custody by the Willacy County Sheriff's Office. The arrest occurred on Thursday. The individual arrested is Jesus Maria Gomez, who is 41 years old. An anonymous tip led deputies to his location. Further details about the arrest and charges against Gomez are available from the Willacy County Sheriff's Office, as reported by ValleyCentral.
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