One of the most menacing fugitives in America is hiding somewhere in the state of South Dakota, and officials are looking for him.

Now 56-year-old David Allen Bonness of South Dakota has been one of the most wanted fugitives by the U.S. Marshals. They've been searching for him since 2013.

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What Crimes Did David Allen Bonness Committ?

David Allen Bonness is wanted for Rape of a Child and Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution. Here's the description of his crime according to the U.S. Marshals:

On December 22, 2008, a 17-year old girl told her mother that Bonness had been sexually assaulting her since she was 12 years old. Based on this information, authorities brought in Bonness for questioning and a DNA sample. Bonness stopped the interview and was allowed to leave. When police obtained a search warrant the next day for Bonness, he had allegedly fled the area.

As a precaution, David Allen Bonness is considered to be "Armed and Dangerous."

US Marshals, Canva
US Marshals, Canva
US Marshals, Canva

What Does David Allen Bonness Look Like?

This is a full background of David Bonness:

  • Date of Birth: February 24th, 1968.
  • White male with green eyes, and brown hair
  • Height is around 5'9'' and weighs around 180 pounds

David Allen Bonness is just one of 15 fugitives that the U.S. Marshals are actively looking for.

What Do I Do If I See David Allen Bonness in South Dakota?

Do not try to approach David. Let the authorities and local law enforcement in South Dakota take handle the situation. You can contact the U.S. Marshals Service Communications Center at 1-800-336-0102, or submit a tip using U.S. Marshals Service Tips.

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