CALIFORNIA FUGITIVE HOMICIDE SUSPECT CAUGHT IN TEXAS

FROM:   U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE 

For Immediate Release

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January 29, 2015 Chris Bozeman, Lone Star Fugitive Task Force

Deputy U.S. Marshal/Public Information Officer (PIO)

Western District of Texas – San Antonio 

West Coast Homicide Suspect Arrested in West Texas

San Bernardino County Fugitive Captured

 LSFTF LogoSan Antonio, TX – Logan Anderson Swank, 20, was arrested this morning by members of the United States Marshals Service Lone Star Fugitive Task Force (LSFTF) in San Antonio, TX. An arrest warrant was issued pursuant to an investigation by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (SBCSD) Homicide Detail, where it is alleged that Swank committed homicide.

This morning, members of the LSFTF were contacted by detectives from the SBCSD to assist in searching for Swank here in San Antonio. Members of the LSFTF immediately initiated an investigation in locating and apprehending Swank. Through investigative efforts, task force officers determined that Swank was hiding out in an apartment located in the 8000 block of Midcrown Drive, on the northeast side of San Antonio. While conducting surveillance, task force officers observed Swank exit an apartment and walk toward the parking lot. Task force officers approached Swank, identified themselves, and took him into custody without incident.

On September 29, 2014, Logan Swank and another accomplice, Wesley Swank, 28, were allegedly involved in shooting a man with a shotgun in the 2200 block of Muni Road, in Apple Valley, CA. Reports stated that the victim was found sitting in a car, located in the parking lot of the apartment complex. The victim suffered from 1 gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. After an extensive investigation by SBCSD detectives, arrest warrants were issued yesterday for the 2 suspects involved in the shooting. Welsey Swank was arrested last night by SBCSD Homicide Detail officers and Logan Swank remained a fugitive at large until he was arrested this morning by LSFTF officers.

Logan Swank is currently being held in custody at the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office awaiting extradition to San Bernardino County.

Robert R. Almonte, United States Marshal for the Western District of Texas, states, “Excellent collaborative efforts by the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department, Lone Star Fugitive Task Force, and the Pacific Southwest Regional Fugitive Task Force for apprehending these violent fugitives safely and without delay. I pray the victim’s family will find peace and closure knowing that these 2 men will be held accountable for their actions.”

Members of the Lone Star Fugitive Task Force:

New Braunfels Police Department
San Antonio Police Department
San Antonio Independent School District Police Department
Bexar County Sheriff’s Office
Comal County Sheriff’s Office
Bexar County Fire Marshal’s Office
Bexar County District Attorney’s Office
Texas Office of The Attorney General
Texas Department of Public Safety
Texas Department of Criminal Justice – Office of the Inspector General
Immigration & Customs Enforcement – Office of Detention & Removal
U.S. Marshals Service

U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE ANNOUNCE 3RD SUSPECT IN COP SLAYING CAUGHT

FROM:  U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE 

Final Suspect Involved In Cop Slaying Arrested

3rd Suspect Captured On Murder Charge

San Antonio, TX – Jesse Santibanez, 25, was arrested this afternoon by the United States Marshals Service Lone Star Fugitive Task Force (LSFTF) in San Antonio, TX. An arrest warrant was issued pursuant to an investigation by the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD), where it is alleged that Santibanez committed murder.

On September 11, 2014, members of the LSFTF initiated an investigation in locating and apprehending Santibanez. This afternoon, through collaborative investigative efforts, members of the LSFTF, with critical assistance from SAPD’s Repeat Offenders Program (ROP) determined that Santibanez was hiding out in a house located in the 100 block of Canavan Avenue, on the south side of San Antonio. Task force officers conducted a brief surveillance, approached the house, and made contact with a resident at the house. Task force officers explained there was an active arrest warrant for Santibanez and received consent to search the house. Task force officers entered the house, located Santibanez, identified themselves, and took him into custody without incident. Other agencies that participated in the arrest were members from the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit, Comal County Sheriff’s Office, and Texas Office of The Attorney General.

On Sunday, May 4, 2014, Santibanez, and 2 accomplices, Alfred Cardona, 36, and Jerry Idrogo, 33, were allegedly involved in shooting and killing an off-duty Balcones Heights Police Officer after luring him from a business. Santibanez was the last of 3 suspects alleged to be involved in this case.

All 3 suspects will be held in custody at the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office pending trial.

Robert R. Almonte, United States Marshal for the Western District of Texas, states, “It is with a joyful heart that I express my sincere gratitude to members of the Lone Star Fugitive Task Force and the San Antonio Police Department’s Repeat Offenders Program for working so diligently and persistently at finding all the suspects responsible for committing this murder. SAPD’s ROP played an essential role in this investigation and now the soul of this fallen officer can rest a little easier knowing that these killers have been brought to justice.”

Members of the Lone Star Fugitive Task Force:
New Braunfels Police Department
San Antonio Police Department
San Antonio Independent School District Police Department
Bexar County Sheriff’s Office
Comal County Sheriff’s Office
Bexar County Fire Marshal’s Office
Bexar County District Attorney’s Office
Texas Office of The Attorney General
Texas Department of Public Safety
Texas Department of Criminal Justice – Office of the Inspector General
Immigration & Customs Enforcement – Office of Detention & Removal
U.S. Marshals Service