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US Marshals Arrest Biggggg Mike

Updated: Wednesday, March 6 2013, 08:28 PM EST
UPDATE – U.S. Marshal Patrick Sedoti of the Southern District of Ohio announces the arrest of Michael Tarpeh a.k.a. Michael Boadi a.k.a. Bigggggg Mike.

The 23 year old Tarpeh was arrested by the Iowa State Patrol after allegedly attemping to steal gasoline near Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Tarpeh was wanted by several agencies across the United States for various alleged crimes.

Tarpeh’s last known location prior to his arrest was on and around the Ohio State University campus in Columbus, Ohio.

Tarpeh was wanted by the Troy City (New York) Police Department for Robbery and Grand Larceny.   

Tarpeh was also wanted by the Monongalia County (West Virginia) Sheriff’s Office for Malicious Wounding, Sexual Assault and Grand Larceny.

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COLUMBUS -- OSU students are re-thinking their plans as they head out at night with a fugitive on the loose.

Michael Tarpeh, who calls himself BiggggggMike on Twitter, has not been captured.

He's wanted in three states on serious charges including armed robbery and attempted sexual assault.

"We're taking the bus instead of walking down High Street," said OSU freshman Kate Mendiola Friday night.

Tarpeh is also on the minds of people who work at campus area bars.

Some have warned door security to keep an eye out for the fugitive.

OSU Student Safety Services even reminded people about its escort service for those who don't want to walk home alone.

U.S. Marshals say they're still receiving tips and passing them along to police.

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Reporter: Tara MorganUS Marshals Arrest Biggggg Mike