Dayton, Ohio – The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents to help locate William Bell, a registered sex offender who is currently wanted on an active warrant for Failure to Verify and Failure to Notify.
According to the sheriff’s office, Bell is legally required to confirm his residential address with authorities every 90 days for the rest of his life. However, officials say he has failed to follow these requirements, leading to the issuance of a warrant for his arrest.
The reporting rules are intended to help law enforcement maintain accurate information about the addresses of registered sex offenders. Bell’s failure to meet these obligations has prompted authorities to request assistance from the community in finding him.
Authorities ask residents to report information about Bell’s whereabouts
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging anyone who knows where Bell may be staying or has information that could help locate him to contact law enforcement.
Residents can reach the Montgomery County Regional Dispatch Center at 937-225-4357 (HELP) to provide information about his possible location.
Those who prefer not to reveal their identity can submit an anonymous tip through Miami Valley Crime Stoppers by calling 937-222-STOP (7867).
Authorities have not provided additional details about Bell’s current location or the circumstances surrounding his failure to comply with the reporting requirements.
The sheriff’s office continues to seek information that could assist deputies in locating Bell and addressing the outstanding warrant.
