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Former officer on 'Most Wanted' list

CHARLESTON, S.C., June 27 (UPI) -- A former Charleston, S.C., police officer charged with murder and child molestation is now on the U.S. Marshals Service 15 "Most Wanted" list.

The Marshals Service Monday said Daniel William Hiers allegedly used his position of trust to gain the confidence of a single mother, then molested her 10-year-old daughter over a period of months.

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Hiers, 32, was arrested in 2004, suspended from the police force and released on bond.

When he failed to show up to answer charges officers found his wife in their bedroom with a fatal gunshot to the head. Hiers was charged with her murder, but has been a fugitive.

Hiers is a white male, 6 feet 3 inches tall, 210 pounds with blue eyes and blond hair. He has 11 years police experience, is trained in the martial arts and maintains a high level of fitness.

The U.S. Marshals Service said he is believed to be armed with a .40-caliber Glock pistol and may possess a bullet-resistant vest.

Hiers' wanted poster is accessible by using the "profiled fugitives" link at usmarshals.gov.

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