$10K Offered For Fugitive With Delco Ties Accused Of Murdering Wife

DELAWARE COUNTY, PA — The U.S. Marshals Service is offering $10,000 for a "dangerous" North Carolina man wanted for first-degree murder, and Philadelphia officials say he has ties to Delaware County.

Authorities said 49-year-old Donald Ray Hodges, aka Tyrone Evans, aka Unique Hodges, is accused of murdering his wife on May 4, 2022 in Conover, N.C.

Hodges has "known family in Delaware County," said the U.S. Marshals Service - Eastern Pennsylvania Violent Crime Fugitive Task Force. He should be considered armed and dangerous, said the U.S. Marshals.

"Investigators believe Hodges remains in close contact with his family and other criminal associates while on the run in order to evade capture," added the U.S. Marshals Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force.

Officials said Hodges "has not been seen since the date of the homicide, and it is believed that Hodges is aware of his charges and is actively evading law enforcement."

"Hodges is known to befriend and use people in order to obtain money and stay on the run," officials added.

He is described as a Black man who is 6'6" and about 273 pounds "with a muscular build." He is bald, has brown eyes, and "usually has a beard." He also has multiple tattoos on his chest and arms, including a dog on his right shoulder, “TNT Hardcore” on his left shoulder, and “Love Shirley” on his left arm, according to officials.

Anyone with information about Hodges’ location is urged to call the USMS Tip Hotline at 1-877-926-8332. Tips can also be submitted online via the USMS Tips App. All tips are kept confidential, said the Marshals Service.