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Reward Rises to $10,000 as Manhunt Intensifies for Dangerous Suspects in Harrison County

Reward Increases as Search for Suspects Continues in Harrison County

The relentless manhunt for two people continues in Harrison County, with a substantial reward for information leading to their apprehension being upped to $10,000. The search concerns Nathan Ginter and Riley Pearson, who have evaded capture by the county’s law enforcement and are considered to pose a significant threat to the community due to their potential for violence.

Escalation in Reward Discloses the Seriousness of The Situation

The progression of the reward from $5,000 to a significant $10,000 as of this Wednesday night demonstrates the urgency and importance of the situation. This raise signifies an enhanced step in an intensive search led by the U.S Marshals and local enforcement.

Individuals with relevant knowledge that could aid in this operation should contact authorities promptly. However, all are advised not to approach the suspects given the severity of the charges against them and potential danger.

Charges, Trials, and Evasion

Ginter is a convict proclaimed guilty of heinous charges of child maltreatment, his crimes involving waterboarding and using a taser on his minor child in South Carolina. Despite these atrocious charges, Ginter made an audacious move by not appearing for his trial—an act legally permissible under South Carolina law that permits trials to transpire in the accused’s absence.

Ginter, along with Pearson, was last seen in the Finnell Pike and Forest Path area of Harrison County. Their current whereabouts are unknown. The identification and detention of these suspects remain a top priority for the community and enforcement officers to ensure public safety.

Appeal to The Public

Authorities urge those who might encounter Ginter or Pearson to refrain from approaching them out of safety concerns. Instead, sightings or information should be reported directly to the 911 emergency services or the U.S. Marshals National Tip Line at 1-877-WANTED-2.

The growing reward amount underscores the gravity of the situation, as authorities pull out all the stops to apprehend the suspects. It’s crucial for the community to stay alert and report any notable information that might aid the intensive search operation underway.


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