Man wanted for Kansas homicide could have Iowa ties

CEDAR RAPIDS - A man wanted for a home invasion homicide in Kansas might have ties to Iowa, the U.S. Marshals warned Friday.

Bryan L. Bridges, 20, is wanted for first-degree murder, aggravated burglary and conspiracy to commit aggravated robbery. Authorities said on Oct. 9, 2014, Bridges and others broke into a home in Pittsburg, Kan. Marshals said a resident, Taylor Thomas, was shot during the burglary when he surprised the suspects. Bridges is believed to have been the one who fired the fatal shots.

Bridges' co-conspirators have been arrested, but he remains at large. He is listed as one of Kansas' most wanted fugitives.

Authorities said Bridges might have fled Kansas and could have ties to Iowa, Mexico and Denver, Colo. His current whereabouts is unknown.

Bridges is of Laotian and Caucasian descent, but may claim to be Hispanic, authorities said. He is 5'7”, weights 170 pounds, has black hair, brown eyes and has a scar next to his right eye. Authorities said he should be considered armed and dangerous. He goes by El Chinito.

A reward of up to $20,000 is being offered for information leading to Bridges' arrest. Anyone with information is asked to contact the nearest U.S. Marshals office or the U.S. Marshals Service Communication Center at 1-800-336-0102.