The Webb County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for Ruben Ray Tobias Jr., a 20-year-old man wanted in connection with a homicide. Tobias is currently at large and is wanted on a first-degree murder charge. In addition to the murder charge, he faces separate accusations of tampering with or fabricating physical evidence with the intent to impair, as well as assault causing bodily injury. Law enforcement officials have released a physical description of the suspect to the public. Tobias is described as a male with green eyes and brown hair. He stands 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs approximately 175 pounds. The suspect’s last known address is listed as 6600 N. Bartlett in Laredo, Texas. The incident prompting the manhunt occurred recently, with the warrant being issued as of July 2, 2026. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding Tobias’s whereabouts to come forward. To encourage public assistance, the Webb County Sheriff’s Office is offering a reward of up to $1,000 in cash for information that leads to the arrest of Tobias. The agency has emphasized that all calls and tips regarding the case will remain completely anonymous to protect the identity of informants. Individuals who have any knowledge about the suspect or the circumstances surrounding the alleged crimes are asked to contact law enforcement immediately. The designated tip line for the investigation is (956) 415-BUST, which corresponds to the number (956) 415-2878. The Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the matter and is relying on community cooperation to locate and apprehend the suspect. This alert serves as an official request for public assistance in a serious criminal investigation involving violent charges.