A fugitive wanted by Ruston Police has been arrested in Colorado and returned to Louisiana to face charges.
Khalil Tariq Gurley, 23, was stopped by police in Colorado who discovered he was wanted in Ruston.
Gurley was wanted for attempted second degree in connection with a shooting in Ruston on February 20, 2023
Lt. Kayla Loyd, spokesperson for RPD, said a Ruston officer was flown to Colorado by Louisiana State Police pick up Gurley. When Gurley and the officer returned to Ruston Regional Airport, they were met by another RPD who booked Gurley at the Lincoln Parish Detention Center.
Gurley’s bail is set at $300,000.
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