A vain fugitive commented on his own ‘wanted’ mugshot to insist he was ‘better looking’ than what police posted online.
Wannabe influencer Luke Ruiz is wanted by police in a drug supply investigation in Newport, South Wales.
But Ruiz mocked officers on their social media appeal to say he had started a new life in Spain – and wished officers had chosen a more flattering image.
Under a picture of the mugshot, Ruiz said: ‘Could have used a better photo. I’m prettier than that, I promise.
Ruiz claimed the force knows he is over 1,500 miles away in Marbella.
He left the country after being released from prison nine months ago after an aggravated burglary charge was dropped just days before he was due to appear in court.
Wannabe influencer Luke Ruiz (pictured) commented on his own ‘wanted’ mugshot to insist he was ‘better looking’ than what police posted online
Luiz, 29, is wanted by police in an investigation into drug supply in Newport, South Wales
Ruiz has 4.3K followers on Facebook, over 1,000 followers on TikTok and under 50 subscribers on YouTube where he shares “epic travel blogs and endless fun”
The 29-year-old has said he wants to put his former life behind him and focus on building a career as a YouTuber.
In a post on social media, he said: “They could have just emailed me, instead of posting the worst photo of me all over social media”.
‘I’ve already told them everything I know and I don’t even live in the country anymore.
“I have started a new life in Spain and I make money on social media, through Facebook and YouTube.”
Earlier this week, Gwent Police wrote: “Officers investigating the supply of Class A drugs in Newport would like to speak to Luke Ruiz.
Police would like to speak to the 29-year-old from Newport who may be able to assist with their investigation.
“Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call 101, send a direct message on social media or via the website, quoting log reference 2400057350.
The 29-year-old has said he wants to put his former life behind him and focus on building a career as a YouTuber
Ruiz left the country after being released from prison nine months ago on a felony burglary charge
“Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online.”
Ruiz has 4.3K followers on Facebook, over 1,000 followers on TikTok and under 50 subscribers on YouTube where he shares “epic travel vlogs and endless fun”.
Luke said: ‘If I am wanted for a crime please let me know straight away. If not, and you just want a chat, then inbox me.
“We can talk about there being absolutely nothing I can help you with”.
