FORT WORTH, Texas — The owner of a safari park in East Feliciana Parish was arrested as a fugitive in Texas, jail records indicate. 

According to arrest records from Tarrant County, Texas, John Ligon was arrested as a fugitive from Grant Parish on Jan. 23, where he remained held without bond.

WBRZ has not confirmed what charges he was wanted for in Grant Parish, but has reached out to learn more.

Tax assessor records list Ligon as the owner of Magnolia Wilds, formerly known as Barn Hill Preserve in Ethel.

However, on Jan. 9, Ligon said that he was selling the safari park, which he said on Facebook would "include all animals, equipment, land, vehicles, social media accounts, branding and more."

He added that he was also considering offers for parts of the 14-year-old complex, including selling just the preserve, just the safari park and the combined safari park and zipline park.

"We would also consider owner financing for the right buyer — someone with good credit, a clear vision, and the passion and commitment to get the parks back on track," Ligon said in the post announcing his intent to sell. "This decision has not been an easy one. This park has been a huge part of my life, and I am incredibly proud of what was built here. My hope is that the next chapter honors the animals, the land, and the community that helped make it all possible."