The Nye County Sheriff’s Office is currently searching for a wanted homicide suspect, Edward “Travis” Parrett. Police say Parrett is wanted in relation to a homicide that occurred this morning in the area of Leslie and Wilson.

Parrett was last seen in the area of Ogallala and Red Butte around 3 p.m. Authorities stress that Parrett should not be approached since he is considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with information about Parrett or his whereabouts is asked to call the Nye County Sheriff’s Office at 775-751-7000 option 5.