Fugitive of the Week

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Matthew James Christian.

Christian, 25, is being sought based on a Kootenai County felony warrant charging him with felony failure to appear on charges of possession of a controlled substance, obstruction, paraphernalia, trespassing and possession of stolen property. This is a $30,000 bond warrant with United States extradition.

Christian is a 5-foot-9, 160-pound, white male with blue eyes and brown hair, last known to be living in Coeur d'Alene.

Anyone with information regarding this subject or other fugitives being sought for violent crimes should call the task force at (208) 665-4455. The identity of callers will remain confidential and reward money may be available.