GROESBECK, TX — Police located a wanted man Friday night.
According to police, they were looking for Richard Brandon Murphy, he was wanted in connection with theft of a motor vehicle and firearm.
Murphy was captured by Mexia police after they received a tip that indicated Murphy was in the area.
After a brief foot pursuit, he was taken into custody.
He was transported to the Limestone County Jail where he was charged with evading arrest, possession of marijuana and possession of a controlled substance.
He had the following outstanding arrest warrants:
- Theft of firearm
- Parole violation
- Theft of property
