Elijah Turner Reyes, a 24-year-old Texas fugitive, is currently listed on the Texas DPS Top 10 Most Wanted following a May 22, 2025 murder warrant issued in El Paso, Texas. Reyes is a documented Piru (Bloods) gang member with a violent criminal history that includes Aggravated Robbery, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Assault of a Pregnant Person, and Assault of a Peace Officer/Judge.
Authorities state Reyes should be considered armed and extremely dangerous, and Crime Stoppers is offering up to $7,500 for information leading to his arrest.
Fugitive Details — Description & Identifiers
- Name: Elijah Turner Reyes
- Date of Birth: 12/27/2000
- Race: White (Hispanic)
- Sex: Male
- Height: 6’0”
- Weight: 150 lbs
- Aliases: Elijah Reyes, Elijah Turner
- Tattoos: Face, neck, chest, both arms, both hands
- Scar: Prominent scar on head
- Gang Affiliation: Piru / Bloods
- FBI #: 870822DH5
- SID #: TX50658008
- TDC #: 02280289
- Last Known City: El Paso, Texas
- Caution: Armed and Dangerous
Warrant Information
Active Warrants
- Murder (El Paso Police Department — 5/22/2025)
- Failure to Appear on:
- Burglary of Habitation
- Possession of Controlled Substance
- Assault of a Pregnant Person
Criminal History (CCH)
- Aggravated Robbery
- Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
- Assault of a Pregnant Person
- Assault of a Peace Officer / Judge
Reyes’ criminal background places him among the most violent fugitives in Texas, making his capture a high priority for state and local law enforcement.
Gang Affiliation & Background
Texas DPS confirms that Elijah Reyes is a documented member of the Piru subset of the Bloods, a criminal street gang with strong activity in El Paso County.
His gang ties, combined with a history of violent assaults and weapons offenses, significantly elevate the risk level associated with his fugitive status.
Last Known Locations & Possible Movements
Reyes has known connections throughout:
- El Paso, Texas
- El Paso County
- Possible movement across West Texas due to gang associations
Authorities have not ruled out the possibility that he may be receiving assistance from gang networks or associates attempting to hide him from law enforcement.
Reward for Information — Up to $7,500
Texas Crime Stoppers is offering up to $7,500 in cash for information leading to Reyes’ arrest.
Eligible tipsters must submit information through official DPS-authorized channels.
How to Submit an Anonymous Tip
- Call: 1-800-252-TIPS (8477)
- Submit Online: Texas 10 Most Wanted website
- Facebook: Through official Crime Stoppers tip form
- DPS Mobile App: Available for iOS & Android
All tips are anonymous by law, and tipsters receive a number, not a name.
Public Safety Warning
Authorities emphasize that Reyes is armed, dangerous, and known for violence against both civilians and law-enforcement officials.
Do NOT attempt to detain or confront him.
Anyone who spots Reyes should call 911 immediately.
Why This Fugitive Matters for Texas Public Safety
- His criminal record shows escalating violent behavior
- He has a history of assaulting protected individuals, including pregnant victims and peace officers
- He is affiliated with a known violent Texas gang
- He is currently wanted for Murder, one of the highest-priority offenses in Texas
Covering fugitives like Reyes helps keep Texas communities informed and increases the likelihood of capture through public awareness and tip visibility.