Montgomery County, TX – A top 10 wanted fugitive is back in custody after Montgomery County Sheriff’s deputies arrested him during a targeted operation this week.
According to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, deputies from the East Command located and arrested fugitive Joey Urzua on October 8, 2025, during an enforcement sweep focused on wanted individuals. Urzua was discovered hiding inside a mattress at a residence in the 21800 block of Partain Road.
Authorities said Urzua’s warrants included a felony charge for Fraudulent Use of Identifying Information and misdemeanor charges for Failure to Identify as a Fugitive from Justice and Theft.
Deputies reported that Urzua was taken into custody without incident and later transported to the Montgomery County Jail, where he is being held on a $50,000 bond.
The Sheriff’s Office routinely publishes a “Top 10 Wanted” list as part of its ongoing efforts to locate fugitives and maintain public safety throughout Montgomery County.
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