Carlos Ayala Morales Tops Texas Most Wanted Fugitive List Again

It's that time again, while families are focusing on the start of the new school year, Texas law enforcement is focusing on something entirely different. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is fighting to bring criminals to justice, especially those who are still on the run. Those who have broken the laws of the Lone Star State need to be caught.

The Texas DPS needs your help in hunting down this most-wanted fugitive.

A frequent flyer returns as Texas' Most Wanted Fugitive.

Carlos Jose Ayala Morales is Once Again the Texas Most Wanted Fugitive

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Carlos Jose Ayala Morales was originally listed as a most wanted fugitive in March and is still at large. The Texas Department of Public Safety is serious about putting this man back behind bars.

Ayala Morales is a 44-year-old Hispanic male. He's 5' 8" and weighs 130 pounds. He has tattoos on his abdomen, back, right hand, and both arms.

He is wanted for several serious offenses. His criminal history includes indecency with a child by sexual contact, three counts, indecency with a child by exposure, burglary of a building, and evading arrest/detention with a vehicle.

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Why Was He Previously on the List?

Ayala Morales is a convicted sex offender and is required to register every 3 months. In 2000, he was convicted of burglary of a building and received a sentence of 6 months in prison. In 2018, Ayala Morales was convicted of multiple serious charges,

Evading arrest/detention with a vehicle, and received 7 years in prison
Indecency with a child by sexual contact, three counts. These incidents involved two 14-year-old girls and one 12-year-old girl. He was sentenced to 7 years for each offense.
Indecency with a child by exposure involving an 8-year-old girl. He was sentenced to 7 years.

He was released from TDCJ Prison in 2024. A warrant was issued for his arrest by Harris County on February 10, 2025, for attempted indecency with a child sexual contact.

This man must be taken off the streets before he finds another victim. He is considered armed and dangerous.

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Other aliases used include Carlos Ayala Morales, Carlos Ayala, Carlos Jose Ayala, Carlos Jose Morales

Where Could Carlos Jose Ayala Morales Be Hiding?

Ayala Morales has ties to Houston and Harris County.

How to Report a Tip Anonymously

A reward of $6,000 is available for anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest of Carlos Jose Ayala Morales. If you have any information on Ayala Morales that could help authorities bring him to justice, 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.

Young Texas Fugitives Wanted for Serious Crimes, Massive Rewards Offered

Each one of these men is under 35 and wanted in connection to serious offenses, including kidnapping, assault with a deadly weapon, and attempted murder. Each should be considered armed and dangerous.

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Still Wanted: These Texas Fugitives Have Evaded Capture The Longest

These men have been fugitives of Texas justice for many years. All committed serious offenses and many have a long list of priors. All men should be considered dangerous. Have a tip? Call the Texas Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-252-TIPS (8477) and you could get a huge cash reward.

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U.S. Marshal's Service's Most Wanted Fugitives

From the U.S. Marshal's Service, these are the 15 Most Wanted fugitives.

The following individuals are considered armed and dangerous. Do not attempt to apprehend any of these fugitives yourself.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the nearest United State Marshals Service District Office, the United State Marshals Service Communications Center at 1-800-336-0102, or submit a tip using USMS Tips.

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