32-year-old Walter Pozos is a fugitive following allegations he tampered with his court-ordered GPS monitor two days before his trial was set to begin. Pozos faces a murder charge linked to a 2023 police chase in Harris County, where he allegedly reached speeds up to 100 mph before a crash that killed a passenger. Out on a $25,000 bond, his disappearance has raised concerns about the effectiveness of electronic monitoring for violent offenders. Authorities are investigating how quickly law enforcement responded to the tampered device and whether oversight protocols are sufficient. The case has intensified debates over bail reform and pretrial release policies for felony defendants. Public safety advocates urge caution as multiple defendants accused of violent crimes have allegedly evaded supervision while out on bond. Tips about Pozos’ whereabouts should be reported to local law enforcement via 911.