Man wanted in Texas for sexual assault of a child arrested in Manitou Springs

MANITOU SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Manitou Springs Police Department (MSPD) arrested a man wanted in Texas for charges of sexual assault of a child who was using an alias for employment at local businesses.

Police say that, through a tip, they learned Mitchell Thomas Harris was living in Manitou Springs and had been on the run for approximately four years.

According to MSPD, Harris was using the names "Billy" and "Billy the Kid" while in the area.

Harris remains in custody pending extradition to Randall County, Texas, says MSPD.

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