Wanted Man Last Seen in Albany, U.S. Marshals Increase Reward

Manhunt Continues for Man Last Seen in Albany

A man wanted in connection with a Capital Region homicide has been on the run for months, and now the U.S. Marshals Service is increasing the reward for information that helps authorities find him.

According to CBS 6 Albany, authorities are continuing their search for Kean Wiggins, who is accused in connection with the May killing of Shardonay Tyce.

Reward Up To $7,500

Wiggins was reportedly last seen in Albany in May, and authorities say he has ties throughout the Capital Region, including Albany, Troy and Schenectady. Investigators also say he has connections to Brooklyn, Georgia, and Mississippi.

The U.S. Marshals Service is now offering a reward of up to $7,500 as the manhunt continues.

Here's How Wiggins is Described by the US Marshals

According to the U.S. Marshals wanted poster, Wiggins is 35 years old, approximately 5-foot-9 and 150 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. The poster lists tattoos on his neck, arm, and hand and warns anyone who sees him to use caution.

According to the US Marshals, he should be considered armed and dangerous and has violent tendencies.
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Do NOT Approach

The Marshals Service's Major Case Fugitive Program prioritizes searches for high-profile fugitives, particularly those wanted for serious violent offenses, but warns citizens NOT to approach him.

Anyone who believes they have information about Wiggins' whereabouts is encouraged to provide information directly to law enforcement. The U.S. Marshals Service offers a 24-hour fugitive tip line at 1-888-869-4589.

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