Murphy is reportedly a member of the Aryan Brotherhood, a group considered to be a white supremist prison gang. The man he’s accused of assaulting is a past member of the organization but has not been active within the group for about six years, according to police.
The victim, who also suffered additional facial fractures, was sent to the hospital the night of the incident and has since been released. He is reportedly scheduled for additional surgery.
Murphy has an Aryan Brotherhood tattoo on his chest and friends and family have confirmed his association with the group, according to police. Authorities speculate that he may be working as a roofer in the Miami Twp. area.
“Anyone who helps or harbors him at this point could face potential charges of felony obstructing justice,” said Detective Mike Siney of the Miami Twp. police.
Murphy is on the run, Siney said. Authorities on Tuesday served a search warrant at his West Carrollton residence, 1034 Lookout Trail, apartment B, and did not locate him.
“He’s basically saying, ‘Catch me if you can,’” Siney said.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Siney at (937) 531-4065.