Wanted for Parole Violation
The U.S. Marshals Service and the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force are asking for the public’s help in locating Christopher Vance, a 37-year-old man wanted for violating parole. Officials say Vance is known to frequent both Lorain and Cleveland, and they believe he may currently be in the Lorain area.
A reward is available for anyone who provides information that leads to his arrest. Tipsters can remain anonymous, and all tips are taken seriously.
What We Know About Vance
The U.S. Marshals describe Vance as:
- Male
- Age: 37
- Height: 5 feet 7 inches
- Weight: About 140 pounds
No photo or further physical details were released at this time.
Vance is wanted for a parole violation. This means that after being released from prison, he broke the conditions of his release. The specific terms he violated or the crime he was originally convicted of were not disclosed in the public reports.
Why This Matters to Lorain
Law enforcement officials believe Vance could be hiding in or near Lorain, Ohio, and the public’s awareness is crucial to locating him safely. Residents are encouraged to be alert and to report any sightings or tips, no matter how small the detail may seem.
The search for fugitives like Vance is part of a broader effort by law enforcement to keep communities safe. Fugitive recovery also ensures that individuals who violate parole are held accountable under the law.
Who Is Involved in the Search?
The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is leading this search. This task force is a team made up of members from multiple law enforcement agencies and is coordinated by the U.S. Marshals Service.
Their mission is to track down and arrest dangerous fugitives who are on the run in Northern Ohio. This includes people wanted for crimes such as homicide, assault, weapons violations, and parole violations like in Vance’s case.
The task force often highlights individuals through its “Fugitive of the Week” program to draw public attention to high-priority cases.
You can learn more about the task force on their official U.S. Marshals page:
👉 Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force
How You Can Help
If you have any information about Christopher Vance’s whereabouts, officials urge you to not approach him. Instead, please contact the U.S. Marshals using one of the following safe and anonymous methods:
📞 Call the tip line: 1-866-4WANTED (1-866-492-6833)
💻 Submit a tip online: U.S. Marshals Tip Form
Tipsters can stay anonymous, and rewards are available for helpful information that leads to an arrest.