Crime

Yakima suspect’s head is a gallery of Washington-themed tattoos

Jonathan Vargas, 31, is wanted by the Yakima County Sheriff’s Office for his alleged involvement in a drive-by shooting on May 22.
Jonathan Vargas, 31, is wanted by the Yakima County Sheriff’s Office for his alleged involvement in a drive-by shooting on May 22. Yakima County Sheriff’s Office

A Wapato man wanted by police has a head covered with Washington-themed tattoos.

Jonathan Vargas, 31, is sought by the Yakima County Sheriff’s Office for his alleged involvement in a drive-by shooting last week, the Yakima Herald reports.

Vargas is accused of driving a pickup from which someone fired a shot near Toppenish. A suspect who later bailed out of the truck was shot by police officers.

Vargas’ head has an outline of Washington, the word “Yakima,” the Seahawk’s logo and a large apple — the region’s signature crop.

“Superbowl XLVIII” is tattooed on the back of his neck.

“509” — the region’s area code is also on his head.

That last one can come in handy. Just add 574-2500 — the number to call if you see the suspect. Or 911.

But don’t approach him.

Vargas should be considered armed and dangerous, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Craig Sailor: 253-597-8541, @crsailor

This story was originally published May 30, 2017 at 9:32 PM with the headline "Yakima suspect’s head is a gallery of Washington-themed tattoos."

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