Indian River County - Wednesday February 1, 2023: A man whose been wanted in Indian River County on theft and firearm charges since 2011 has finally been arrested by the United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force in North Dakota.
Indian River County warrants were issued more than 11 years ago for Patrick O’Rourke. He has been the primary suspect in the theft of 16 firearms, an stolen vehicle, and burglary case.
On January 13, 2023, the United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force began actively looking for O’Rourke. and it didn't take long to find him.
On January 31 O’Rourke was located and arrested by United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force in Fargo, North Dakota on charges of Burglary of a Dwelling, Grand Theft, and Fraud Under $20,000.
O’Rourke will be extradited back to Indian River County to face charges.