The warrant out of LaPorte County was for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, a Class C felony. Ward was also wanted by the Indiana Department of Corrections Parole Board for a parole violation.
He had been previously convicted of Criminal Confinement and was identified as a sexually violent predator and was required to register as a sex offender on a quarterly basis. He failed to do so when he was recently living in Michigan City and a warrant was issued.
LaPorte County officers continue to look for 28-year-old Maurice Ward who is wanted for failing to register as a sex offender. He is also wanted by the Indiana Department of Corrections Parole Board for a parole violation.
Ward is a sexually violent predator and he failed to notify law enforcement of his residence change in Michigan City. Police are now searching for him as warrants have been issued for his arrest.
Ward is described as a black male, 6’3”, and 215 pounds with a tear drop tattoo under his right eye.
He is considered dangerous. If you know of his location, call your local law enforcement agency.
LaPorte County deputies are attempting to locate a sexually violent predator.
28-year-old Maurice Ward is wanted for failing to register as a sex offender, a Class C Felony. He is also wanted by the Indiana Department of Corrections Parole Board for a parole violation.
Ward was convicted of Criminal Confinement as a Class B Felony and it was then he was identified by Indiana Code as a Sexually Violent Predator. He was also convicted in 2010 for failing to register as a sex offender.
