Gabriel Hargus, a 49-year-old man originally from Mineral Wells, remains at large and is currently being sought by federal and state authorities. Hargus is wanted on multiple federal and state warrants, including charges for failure to register as a sex offender and parole violation. He is also a convicted sex offender, previously sentenced for possession of child pornography and third-degree sexual abuse of an underage victim. His sentence included two years in prison, 30 years of extended supervision, and lifetime registration as a sex offender. Law enforcement notes that Hargus has a prior conviction for failing to register as a sex offender. The U.S. Marshals Service Southern District of West Virginia CUFFED Task Force, along with the West Virginia State Police and the West Virginia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, are actively searching for him. Investigators indicate that the search for Hargus has been ongoing since at least 2023. He is believed to be aware that he is wanted and is actively evading law enforcement. Hargus was last seen in El Paso, Texas. To assist in locating him, the U.S. Marshals Service is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to his arrest. The public is urged to contact the USMS Tip Hotline at 1-877-WANTED-2 or the USMS Southern District of West Virginia at 304-347-5136 if they have any information regarding his whereabouts. Tips can also be submitted online through the official U.S. Marshals Service channels. Authorities emphasize the importance of community assistance in bringing Hargus into custody to ensure public safety and enforce the terms of his supervision and registration requirements.