Fugitive From Alabama Indicted On Sex Crimes In Wasco County

A 39-year-old man who is currently a fugitive facing charges in Alabama was indicted in Wasco County on multiple sex crimes against a child under the age of 12.  Wasco County District Attorney Matthew Ellis announced that Adam Renk is charged with first degree unlawful sexual penetration, sodomy, and sex abuse.  Ellis indicated the charges stemmed from actions that were ongoing in nature and began in Antelope in 2020.  Renk has also been charged with several sex crimes in Alabama against an eleven-year-old victim.  The victims in the two states are unrelated.  Renk posted bond in Alabama and had been released from pre-trial custody.  Ellis said when Renk learned he may be possibly charged with further crimes, he fled.  Alabama police and federal marshals are attempting to locate Renk, who has ties to Oregon and to Wasco County in particular.  He may be traveling in a trailer or a converted ambulance.  If anyone has knowledge concerning Renk’s whereabouts, please contact your local law enforcement immediately.  Information can be provided to the Wasco County Sheriff’s Office.  Contact Detective Sergeant Jeff Hall at 541-506-2580.

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