Wisconsin's Most Wanted: Stephan McGowan, convicted sex offender
Wisconsin's Most Wanted: Stephan McGowan
A convicted sex offender finds himself in more trouble after investigators say he tried luring a girl at her school.
MILWAUKEE - A convicted sex offender is in more trouble after investigators say he tried to lure a girl at her school. Stephan McGowan was charged in the case but went on the run.
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The backstory:
"This kind of pattern of behavior isn’t something that a person will just stop," the marshal on the case said.
In February 2025, investigators said McGowan showed up at a high school to hook up with the 14-year-old special needs student. Police said the two met on social media.
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"School administrator, through security at the school, noticed there was an unknown adult male on the school grounds," the marshal explained.
Police were called and said the Milwaukee man told a story that didn’t add up. An investigation revealed he handed the girl a bag filled with intimate products. Police said the day prior, he tried luring the same girl.
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What they're saying:
"Tried to convince the 14-year-old to come with him to a discreet location on the school grounds for sexual activity," the marshal said.
McGowan was charged, and a warrant was issued for his arrest. He is still believed to be in the Milwaukee area. The 28-year-old has several distinct tattoos, including a marijuana leaf on his upper right arm. He has his mom’s name on his upper left.
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"On his right forearm, he’s got an image of a microphone that is surrounded by music notes and stars," the marshal said.
McGowan is described as 5 feet, 11 inches tall and 210 pounds.
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What you can do:
Anyone with information about McGowan's whereabouts is urged to call the U.S. Marshals Tipline at 414-297-3707. You will remain anonymous.
The Source: Information in this post was provided by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force.