- Today
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Reminders
- Cities
- Atlanta
- Austin
- Baltimore
- Berwyn
- Beverly Hills
- Birmingham
- Boston
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dallas
- Denver
- Detroit
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Indianapolis
- Knoxville
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Louisville
- Madison
- Memphis
- Miami
- Milwaukee
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Portland
- Raleigh
- Richmond
- Rutherford
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- Seattle
- Tampa
- Tucson
- Washington
Wanted Man Faces Multiple Charges After Foot Chase With Deputies
Christopher Garcia was wanted for evading arrest, now faces additional charges after resisting deputies in Fabens, Texas.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›
The El Paso County Sheriff's Office (EPCSO) says that 36-year-old Christopher Garcia was wanted for Evading Arrest/Detention with a Vehicle but now faces additional charges after leading deputies on a foot chase in Fabens, Texas. Garcia resisted arrest and attempted to escape from deputies, resulting in him facing charges including Evading Arrest/Detention, Resisting Arrest, Assault on a Peace Officer, Escape While Arrested/Confined, and Attempt to Take a Weapon from an Officer.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the dangers that can arise when individuals choose to flee from law enforcement, putting both deputies and the public at risk. It also underscores the importance of holding suspects accountable for their actions, even if they attempt to evade arrest.
The details
On February 19, 2026, deputies were patrolling near the 1000 block of NE Camp in Fabens when they recognized Garcia, who had an active warrant. Garcia ran away from the deputies as they tried to arrest him. The deputies were able to catch up to Garcia, who then resisted arrest. The deputies deployed a taser and were able to arrest Garcia without further incident. However, while at the hospital for medical clearance, Garcia attempted to escape from the deputies.
- On February 19, 2026, deputies were patrolling in Fabens when they recognized Garcia, who had an active warrant.
- Garcia ran away from deputies as they attempted to arrest him.
- The deputies were able to catch up to Garcia, who then resisted arrest.
- The deputies deployed a taser and were able to arrest Garcia without further incident.
- While at the hospital for medical clearance, Garcia attempted to escape from the deputies.
The players
Christopher Garcia
A 36-year-old man who was wanted for Evading Arrest/Detention with a Vehicle and now faces additional charges after leading deputies on a foot chase in Fabens, Texas.
El Paso County Sheriff's Office (EPCSO)
The law enforcement agency that apprehended Garcia and is charging him with multiple offenses.
Sheriff Oscar Ugarte
The sheriff of the El Paso County Sheriff's Office who commented on the importance of holding individuals accountable who choose to flee from law enforcement.
What they’re saying
“When someone chooses to run from our deputies, they are only making their situation worse. Evading arrest puts our deputies and the public at risk. We will use all lawful means necessary to ensure individuals who flee from law enforcement are apprehended and held accountable.”
— Sheriff Oscar Ugarte (kvia.com)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Garcia's bond and whether he will be allowed out on bail.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the dangers that can arise when individuals choose to flee from law enforcement, and the importance of holding suspects accountable for their actions, even if they attempt to evade arrest. It underscores the need for continued vigilance and the use of lawful means by law enforcement to apprehend and detain those who pose a threat to public safety.
