Crime & Safety

Man Wanted for 'Brutal' Alleged Attack Against Pregnant Girlfriend

Christopher Johnson is the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force's fugitive of the week.

The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is looking for information on Christopher Johnson. 

Johnson is wanted by the U.S. Marshals and the Cleveland police for domestic violence, according to a release from the task force. Police say he attacked his pregnant girlfriend in August in what they called a “brutal attack.” He allegedly hit her with his hands and a set of pliers, and shoved her into a wall and onto the floor. Johnson fled when the police arrived. 

Johnson, 21, is about 6’0” and 190 pounds. He’s thought to be hiding in the Cleveland area and used to live near the 15200 block of Maple Park Drive in Maple Heights.

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Individuals can call the task force with information at 1-866-4WANTED or text a tip to 847411 (tip411), keyword WANTED. Tips can stay anonymous, and there is a reward available.


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