It's time to crack down Texas, it may be time for April Fool's but this is not a joke.  This most wanted fugitive needs to be put behind bars.  Instead of hunting Easter eggs, law enforcement is looking to find this golden egg fugitive with your help.

Who is the Most Wanted Fugitive in Texas?

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Jassim Abdul Hussain Al-Samawi is listed as a White male, 55 years old. He's 5' 10" and weighs 200 pounds. Al-Samawi has tattoos on both his hands and arms, and on his right leg.  There is a scar on his left eye and the left upper arm.

Why is Jassim Abdul Hussain Al-Samawi Wanted In Texas?

Al-Samawi is a criminal illegal immigrant from Iraq.  His history includes arrests dating back to 2001 from the Dallas/Fort Worth area that include Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, Arson, Aggravated Assualt with a Deadly Weapon, Terroristic Threat, Failure to ID as a Fugitive, and also Criminal Mischief.  Al-Samawi was convicted of arson in April 2020 in Tarrant County and was given 10 years of probation.  In April 2022, Tarrant County issued a warrant for a probation violation.

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This wanted fugitive has a long list of aliases, including Jassim Al-Samawi, Jassim Abdul Hussain Al-Samawi, Jassim Abdulhussain Al-Samawi, Samawi Al, Samawi Jassim Al, Samwawi Jassim Al, Fadil Alsaddi, Jassim Al-Samawi, Jassim Alsamawi, Jassim Abdul Hussain Alsamawi, Jassim Abdulhussain Alsamawi.

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His criminal history also includes what is listed above, plus assault causing bodily injury to a family member, unlawful carrying of a weapon, discharge of a firearm in certain municipalities, burglary habitation intended for another felony, and burglary of a building.

He is considered Armed and Dangerous.

What Kind of Reward is Paid to Criminals in Texas?

There is currently a $6,000 reward for the arrest of Jassim Abdul Hussain Al-Samawi. If you know of the whereabouts or have any tips on Al-Samawi, you are encouraged to contact the Texas Department of Public Safety. You can submit an online tip here.

It is extremely dangerous to attempt to apprehend a fugitive without proper assistance. Always contact your local authorities.

The Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants in Texas

The Texas Department of Public Safety has a list of the most wanted criminal illegal immigrants in Texas. Most of these criminals were removed from the country but continued to return and commit more crimes.

If you have any information about these criminals, call (800) 252-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online here.

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