Milan Police Department (MPD) and local law enforcement officials have successfully apprehended Brian Madrid, a suspect with a history of burglary, flight, and aggravated stalking charges. Madrid’s arrest marks the culmination of an extensive investigation and several attempts to bring him into custody.
According to Officer Michael Porter of Milan Police Department, Madrid had been a fugitive for some time after failing to appear at a pre-trial detention hearing. A warrant was issued for his arrest, leading to an exhaustive search involving multiple law enforcement agencies.
“We ended up making a stop on him, and he ran from us,” said Porter. “It turned into a pretty long day looking for him with Grants Police Department, the sheriff’s office, and other areas.” The pursuit extended to Canyon Road and surrounding areas before officers lost his trail.
Madrid was eventually located near a school by MPD Sergeant Candelaria and Officer Midrich, who apprehended him in an abandoned house. Porter recounted the intense efforts to corner Madrid, describing how officers followed his foot tracks to a crawl space where he was hiding. “We pulled him out of there, got him in handcuffs, and arrested him,” Porter confirmed.
Madrid’s name has been associated with multiple criminal cases, including an alleged burglary at Napa Auto Parts and an aggravated stalking charge against an ex-girlfriend. The aggravated stalking charge stems from a violation of a protection order and has already gone before a grand jury. Madrid’s criminal activities, particularly his involvement in the Napa burglary, have been of great concern to the community.
Madrid’s legal proceedings are now underway. According to court records, his arraignment is scheduled for January 21, before Judge George P. Eichwald at the Grants District Court. He is facing charges of aggravated stalking, a fourth-degree felony, and criminal damage to the property of a household member, a misdemeanor.
If convicted, Madrid could face significant penalties.
Porter expressed hope that Madrid’s time in custody could lead to rehabilitation. “When he’s not on drugs, he’s a really nice guy to talk to,” Porter said. “He’s even mentioned wanting to get away from fentanyl and start fresh. That’s not your average experience with someone incarcerated.”
The arrest has brought some relief to the community, particularly business owners affected by recent burglaries. However, law enforcement remains vigilant. “Milan is a small community, and Grants isn’t much bigger,” Porter noted. “Everyone knows everybody, and we’re all connected. Jail is not the solution to everything, but it can be a step toward change.”