Violent Offender Wanted by Department of Corrections

A 27-year-old man is barely out of prison, and he's the subject of a manhunt because of his ties to Kennewick and Benton City.

Gabriel Artz has been featured on Fox Q13 TV's "Washington's Most Wanted" segment, and on their Facebook page. Artz was recently released from prison on charges of attacking a neighbor with a baseball bat, but he's 'gotten into the wind' as they say.

He's had multiple assaults, gun possession and more. The DOC in Benton County is seeking him, because of parole and other violations. You don't just get out of prison and disappear. Anyone with any information on his whereabouts is urged to call (509)-628-0333. All leads can be confidential.