UPDATE: Authorities have apprehended **Osman Morales-Salto**, a suspect wanted on a **$5 million** arrest warrant, in **Pullman, Washington**, following a tense multi-agency manhunt. The arrest occurred on **July 19, 2023**, after surveillance confirmed his presence in the **Aspen Heights** area, a residential complex located on **Military Hill**.
The **Pullman Police Department** received a tip from the **Pasco Police Department** late Tuesday evening, indicating that Morales-Salto was believed to be hiding in the neighborhood. He faces **six counts of first-degree assault** stemming from a shooting incident that transpired early Sunday morning in **Pasco**.
In a coordinated effort, the **Whitman County Regional SWAT Team**, the **Pasco Street Crimes Unit**, and the **Latah County Regional SWAT Team** were deployed to the area. After several hours of meticulous surveillance, authorities confirmed Morales-Salto’s location and executed the arrest without incident.
Officials are urging the public to avoid the **Aspen Heights** area and seek alternate routes around **North Grand Avenue** and **Pullman-Albion Road** as the investigation unfolds. While there is currently no ongoing threat to public safety, nearby buildings—totaling around **100 addresses**—are being evacuated to secure the scene and gather evidence.
As a precaution, **Washington State University** students displaced by the evacuation are being directed to the **CUB Senior Ballroom**, while non-student residents are temporarily housed at the **Pullman Senior Center** located at City Hall.
Local law enforcement agencies, including the **Washington State Patrol**, **Latah County Sheriff’s Office**, **Moscow Police Department**, and **Whitman County Emergency Management**, are actively involved in the ongoing criminal investigation.
This incident highlights the urgency of community safety and the collaborative response from local law enforcement. Authorities remain committed to ensuring the well-being of residents in the affected area. Stay tuned for further updates as more information becomes available.
