Carlos Jose Ayala Morales, a 44-year-old convicted sex offender, is currently listed among the Texas DPS 10 Most Wanted Fugitives following a February 10, 2025 warrant issued out of Harris County, Texas, for Attempted Indecency with a Child by Sexual Contact.
Ayala Morales is required to register every 3 months due to his risk classification and has a lengthy criminal record involving multiple child victims, repeated sexual offenses, and evasion from law enforcement.
He has known ties to Houston and the greater Harris County area and is considered armed and dangerous.
Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for information leading to his arrest.
Fugitive Details — Description & Identifiers
- Name: Carlos Jose Ayala Morales
- Date of Birth: 04/01/1981
- Race: White (Hispanic)
- Sex: Male
- Height: 5’10”
- Weight: 250 lbs
- Aliases:
- Carlos Ayala Morales
- Carlos Ayala
- Carlos Jose Ayala
- Carlos Jose Morales
- Tattoos: Abdomen, back, right hand, both arms
- FBI #: 475659JB0
- SID #: TX06148761
- TDC #: 02224991
- Last Known City: Houston, Texas
- Caution: Armed and Dangerous
Active Warrant — 2025 Charge
Issued by Harris County on February 10, 2025:
- Attempted Indecency with a Child by Sexual Contact
This charge is especially severe given his prior convictions for similar offenses.
Criminal History (CCH)
Ayala Morales’ criminal history includes:
- Indecency with a Child by Sexual Contact (x3)
- Indecency with a Child by Exposure
- Burglary of a Building
- Evading Arrest/Detention with a Vehicle
His record establishes a long-term pattern of:
- Sexual offenses involving minors
- Repeated victimization across multiple age groups
- Attempts to flee or evade police
- Criminal activity dating back more than two decades
Background & Criminal Timeline
2000 — Burglary of Building
Ayala Morales was convicted of Burglary of Building and received:
- 6 months confinement
2018 — Evading Arrest with a Vehicle
He was convicted of Evading Arrest/Detention with a Vehicle and sentenced to:
- 7 years confinement
2018 — Child Sexual Assault Convictions
He was convicted on three counts of Indecency with a Child by Sexual Contact involving:
- Two 14-year-old victims
- One 12-year-old victim
He was also convicted of:
- Indecency with a Child by Exposure involving an 8-year-old girl
He received:
- 7 years confinement for each offense (served concurrently)
2024 — Discharged from TDCJ
Ayala Morales completed his sentences and was released from custody.
2025 — New Harris County Warrant
On February 10, 2025, he was charged with:
- Attempted Indecency with a Child Sexual Contact
This new offense triggered an urgent statewide search.
Regional Ties — Houston & Harris County
Ayala Morales has strong connections to:
- Houston, Texas
- Harris County
- Surrounding Southeast Texas communities
Due to the seriousness of his offenses and his documented history of evading police, authorities believe he may attempt to hide within neighborhoods where he has past associations or extended family connections.
Reward — Up to $5,000 for Information
Texas Crime Stoppers is offering a $5,000 reward for tips that result in his arrest.
Submit Tips Anonymously
- Phone: 1-800-252-TIPS (8477)
- Online: Texas 10 Most Wanted website
- Facebook: DPS Crime Stoppers page
- Mobile: DPS App (iOS & Android)
All tips are completely anonymous, as mandated by Texas law.
Tipsters receive a unique ID, not a name.
Public Safety Warning
Given his:
- Repeated offenses involving minors
- Recent attempted child sex crime
- History of fleeing police
- Violent tendencies and unpredictable behavior
Authorities warn that Ayala Morales should be considered armed and extremely dangerous.
If you see him, call 911 immediately.
Do NOT try to engage or detain him.
Why Carlos Jose Ayala Morales Is a High-Risk Texas Fugitive
- Convicted sex offender with multiple child victims
- Required to register quarterly due to danger classification
- Has a new 2025 child sexual assault attempt
- Significant criminal history spanning 25 years
- Has demonstrated evasion and non-compliance patterns
- Known to operate within Houston and Harris County
His capture is vital to safeguarding Texas children and communities.