West Richland, Washington – Authorities are on the lookout for Elias Huizar, the suspect in the tragic shooting incident at William Wiley Elementary School. Huizar is believed to have fatally shot his ex-wife and girlfriend and abducted his one-year-old son, Roman Huizar. An Amber Alert issued by the Washington State Patrol describes Huizar as a 39-year-old man driving a silver 2009 Toyota Corolla with Washington license plate CBZ4745. There are concerns that he may be heading towards Mexico.
The West Richland Police Department reported that the initial shooting occurred on Monday, April 22, at William Wiley Elementary as students were being dismissed for the day. The incident has led to multiple schools in the area being placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure. Huizar is also facing charges related to child rape from February, and he was scheduled to appear in court on the same morning as the shooting.
Authorities have warned the public that Huizar is considered armed and dangerous, posing a potential threat to others. Investigators urge anyone who spots Huizar to contact 911 immediately. It was revealed by WRPD to NonStop Local that Huizar, a former police officer in Yakima, was charged with child rape in February, with his trial scheduled for the same day as the tragic events unfolded.
Court documents from the February incident indicate that Huizar was accused of sexually assaulting a teenager, with reports suggesting that his underage girlfriend discovered him assaulting her 16-year-old friend in his residence. Having served almost nine years as a police officer from June 2013 to February 2022, Huizar’s background raises concerns about his potential actions.
As the situation continues to unfold, details may evolve, and authorities are working diligently to provide accurate and timely updates to the public. The search for Elias Huizar remains ongoing, with law enforcement agencies striving to ensure the safety of the community.