After an extensive man hunt the Harpers were apprehended in Boulder City, Nevada just before 6 p.m. yesterday afternoon.
Washington County Sheriff’s Office has few details at this time of the apprehension but what we do know is law enforcement officials with the Nevada State Police located the Harpers traveling in a semi-truck and initiated a traffic stop. Michael Harper, who was operating the vehicle, fled from officers. As a result, spike strips were deployed and the semi continued traveling on flat tires until it wrecked at which time the Harpers were taken into custody.
Along with the original charges, Michael Harper is now facing additional charges in Nevada.
- Kidnapping 1st offense
- Assault on a protected person with deadly weapon
- Driver disobeys peace officer resulting death or bodily harm
- Reckless driving disregards person property safety 1st off
- Duty upon damage to an unattended person or property
- False state to or obstruct public officer
WCSO is unsure of the details surrounding Michael Harpers additional charges including the kidnapping but have been in constant communication with Nevada Officials and will release more information as it is available.
Michael Harper is currently being treated at a Nevada Hospital, once released he will be held in the Clark County Detention Center without bond and awaiting extradition back to Washington County.
Toni Harper was taken into custody on the original warrant from Washington County and is also currently being held in the Clark County Detention Center without bond and awaiting extradition back to Washington County.
Sheriff Crews would like to thank Washington County Sheriff’s Office Marshall’s Task Force Members, The US Marshall’s Fugitive Task Force, and Nevada State Police for their efforts in capturing these two very bad individuals.
