Crime task force seeks Rhea on assault charges

The North Idaho Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking information leading to the apprehension of Dale Lee Rhea.

Rhea is being sought based on a Kootenai County felony warrant charging him with aggravated assault. This is a no bond warrant with U.S. extradition.

Rhea, 28, is a 6-foot-5-inch, 266-pound, white male with hazel eyes and blond hair. Rhea was last known to be living in Post Falls.

The NIVCTF is tasked with locating and apprehending violent fugitives charged with such crimes as homicide, bank robbery, robbery, kidnapping, rape/sexual assault, felonious assault, arson, drug trafficking, etc.

Anyone with information regarding Rhea or other fugitives being sought for violent crimes should call (208) 665-4455. The identities of callers will remain confidential and reward money may be available.