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U.S. Marshals Arrest One Lake Co. Fugitive; Search Ongoing for 2nd Lake Co. Suspect Wanted for Murder, Attempted Murder

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Hammond, IN – The U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Fugitive Task Force has located and safely arrested one Lake County man wanted for murder, while the search for another is ongoing.

Melvion Delphie, aka “Fatboy,” 21, wanted for the murder of a Gary man during a Jan. 28 armed robbery, was taken into custody at approximately 9:45 a.m. today in the 5800 block of Michigan Avenue, Chicago. He was transported to Chicago Police Department 1st District-Central for processing. 

“This apprehension highlights the commitment of the U.S. Marshals Service to remove dangerous individuals from our communities,” said Todd L. Nukes, U.S. Marshal for the Northern District of Indiana. “The Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force will continue partnering with our fellow law enforcement agencies on this critical fugitive mission.”

Still at large is Byron Emory, 26, who is wanted by the Lake County Sheriff’s Department for murder and three counts of attempted murder for his alleged part in a Sept. 25, 2022, mass shooting which left one person dead and three others wounded. 

The U.S. Marshals are offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading directly to Emory’s arrest.   

Emory is 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs approximately 150 pounds. He is Black with a light complexion, has hazel eyes and short hair, possibly in short twists. He is involved in producing music videos and is known to wear gold chains displaying pendants with the letters “BMG” and “WG.” He has close ties to northwest Indiana and Chicago, as well as Arizona and California. Emory should be considered armed and dangerous. 

Anyone with information regarding Emory’s current location should contact the U.S. Marshals Service Communications Center at 1-877-WANTED2 (1-877-926-8332) or send tips via the USMS Tips App.  

The USMS Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force began operations in June 2003 and was among the first regional fugitive task forces to become fully operational following the Presidential Threat Protection Act of 2000. The GLRFTF has partnership agreements with more than 96 federal, state, and local agencies and operates in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin. The GLRFTF has apprehended more than 112,000 fugitives since its inception and is always striving to make communities safer. 

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Youngstown Homicide Suspect Arrested in New Hope, Minnesota

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Minneapolis, MN – Late last night, The United States Marshals Service (USMS) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) arrested Vashaud May, 21.  May was wanted by the Youngstown Police Department (YPD) for homicide.

According to YPD, on April 26, 2022, May chased down the victim while driving in the 3800 block of Mohawk Ave. in Youngstown.  Dozens of rounds were fired and 24-year-old Rawsheem Aponte was killed.  Two other people, including a toddler were injured in the shooting.  A warrant for May’s arrest was issued a few weeks after the incident.

Earlier in the week, the FBI Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force gathered information that May had fled from Ohio and was staying near Minneapolis, MN.  The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF) worked with their counterparts in Minneapolis over the past few days and late last night May was located at an apartment in the 8300 block of Bass Lake Rd in New Hope, MN.  Initially, May refused to comply with officers and barricade himself in the apartment, however, he eventually surrendered and was taken into custody without incident.

“We applaud the collaborative work of our federal, state, and local partners who worked diligently to identify and find Vashaud May,” said FBI Cleveland Special Agent in Charge Gregory Nelsen. “His violent criminal actions affected not only Rawsheem Aponte and his family, but also the lives of many others, including those caught in the crossfire of this senseless violence. The FBI will continue to work tirelessly to thwart violent crime and apprehend individuals engaging in criminal behavior.”

May will remain in custody in Minnesota until he can be extradited back to Youngstown to answer for the charges against him.          

U.S. Marshal Pete Elliott stated, “Fugitives think they can run and hide, and no one will find them, they don’t realize that law enforcement doesn’t give up.  They will be found, arrested, and brought to justice for the crimes they commit and the devastation they bring to our communities.”

Anyone with information concerning a wanted fugitive can contact the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force at 1-866-4WANTED (1-866-492-6833), or you can submit a web tip. Reward money is available, and tipsters may remain anonymous.  Follow the U.S. Marshals on Twitter @USMSCleveland.  

The NOVFTF Youngstown Division consists of the following federal, state and local agencies:  
Boardman Township Police Department, Campbell Police Department, Columbiana County Sheriff’s Office, Liberty Township Police Department, Lordstown Village Police Department, Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office, Mercy Health Police Department, Ohio Adult Parole Authority, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Salem Police Department, Trumbull County Adult Probation Department, Warren Police Department, Youngstown Police Department, and United States Marshals Service.

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U.S. Marshals Arrest Lapwai Murder Suspect Hiding Out-of-State

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Coeur d’Alene, ID – On November 27, 2023, the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) Greater Idaho Fugitive Task Force, along with multiple law enforcement partners arrested William O. Eyle, 20, in Pendleton, Oregon. Eyle was wanted on a federal warrant issued by the U.S. District Court on October 17, 2023. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Coeur d’Alene charged Eyle with Murder in the Second Degree and Use of a Firearm During a Crime of Violence. Earlier in May of 2023, while on the Nez Perce Indian Reservation in North Idaho, he allegedly shot his victim numerous times and then went on the run.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) conducted the murder investigation and the USMS later joined the hunt for Eyle after the warrant for his arrest was issued. Investigators ultimately located Eyle hiding in Pendleton and rapidly deployed from multiple jurisdictions to safely apprehend him. The arrest operation required countless hours of careful coordination and planning to ensure the safety of the public. Eyle was believed to be armed and dangerous. This interagency operation included the USMS Pacific Northwest Violent Offender Task Force out of the Portland office and Richland, Washington office; as well as the FBI, Umatilla Tribal Police, Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office, Pendelton Police Department, Oregon State Police and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

The United States Marshal for the District of Idaho, Brent Bunn, expressed his appreciation of the USMS task force members from Coeur d’Alene, Boise, Portland, Spokane, and Richland offices working seamlessly together as well as the exemplary collaboration between other federal, tribal, state, and local law enforcement in the region. Marshal Bunn stated, “this level of collaboration among law enforcement is essential when tracking a violent fugitive who is motivated to evade capture.” Marshal Bunn also added, “this arrest will help bring justice to the victim’s family in addition to hopefully impacting the Nez Perce Indian Reservation in a positive way.”

Tips can be submitted to the U.S. Marshals Service directly and anonymously by downloading the USMS Tips App to your Apple or Android device. 

Follow the latest news and updates about the U.S. Marshals Service on Twitter: @USMarshalsHQ

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U.S. Marshals Capture Man Wanted for Vehicular Homicide After Fatal Hit-and-Run

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Memphis, TN – U.S. Marshals in Memphis captured Deandrea Clark, 37, who was wanted for the fatal hit-and-run of a woman in October. The Memphis Police Department issued a warrant for Vehicular Homicide, Hit-and-Run Involving Death or Serious Injury, Driving on a Suspended License, Failure to Exercise Due Care, Duty to Render Aid, and Violation of Financial Responsibility Law.

On October 26th, Clark was allegedly involved in a crash with another vehicle at I-385 and Kirby Parkway. According to reports, Clark collided with another vehicle while traveling 85 MPH in a 40 MPH lane and fled the scene on foot. The driver of the other vehicle, Sarah Hamer, 53, was transported to a Memphis hospital and later pronounced dead. The U.S. Marshals Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force (TRVFTF) adopted the case to locate and apprehend Clark.

Yesterday afternoon, the Two Rivers Task Force and Shelby County Fugitive Apprehension Team went to an address in the 3800 block of Weaver Meadows Lane in Memphis. Investigators approached the residence and announced their presence at the front door. Moments later, Clark surrendered at the door and was placed under arrest without incident or injury. He was transported to the Shelby County Jail.

The U.S. Marshals Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force is a multi-agency task force within Western Tennessee. The TRVFTF has offices in Memphis and Jackson, and its membership is primarily composed of Deputy U.S. Marshals, Shelby Fayette, and Tipton County Sheriff’s Deputies, Memphis and Jackson Police Officers, and the Tennessee Department of Correction Special Agents. The primary mission of the Task Force is to arrest violent offenders and sexual predators.

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U.S. Marshals Increase Reward up to $20,000 for Virginia Rapper Charged with Murder of 10-Year-Old Boy

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Norfolk, VA – The U.S. Marshals Service has increased the reward up to $20,000 for information that leads to the arrest of a Virginia woman wanted for the Aug. 9 murder of a 10-year-old boy in Franklin.

Tashawnda Nicole Drayton, 24, known by her rap name “23 Brazy,”is also known to identify as a male, according to her family and friends, and go by the name “Berlin Montrell,” along with the nickname of “Punnie.”

Drayton has ties up and down the east coast, primarily: New York City; Wilmington, Delaware; Richmond, Virginia; Hampton Roads, Virginia; Gaffney, South Carolina; and Atlanta.

Drayton is Black, with brown eyes and black hair, stands 5 feet 11 inches and weighs approximately 250 pounds. She has “only loyalty” tattooed above her left eyebrow, “23 Brazy” in red letters on her forehead, “blessed” on the left side of her neck, “Stacy” on the right side of her neck, along with several additional tattoos on her face and neck. Drayton also has multiple tattoos on both of her arms and hands, including “Tinka boo” on her left forearm, and “Stay Brazy” across her knuckles.

(Credit: YouTube)

Right neck / face, left neck / face tattoos

 Knuckles, left forearm tattoos (Law enforcement photographs)

Drayton has the following outstanding arrest warrants from the Franklin Police Department in connection to a shooting that left a 10-year-old boy dead and an adult male injured in Franklin, Virginia, Aug. 9:

First-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, aggravated malicious wounding, shooting into an occupied dwelling (two counts), use of a firearm in commission of a felony, threat to burn or damage a building, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and discharge of a firearm in a public place.

Drayton should be considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information regarding Drayton’s location should contact law enforcement. The U.S. Marshals Service is offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information which leads to her arrest. Tips may be submitted through the USMS Tips App. 

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U.S. Marshals Arrest Two Wanted for Murder Charges, to Include Man Wanted for Killing Two Local Brothers in Bedford Heights

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Cleveland, OH – Today, members of the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force arrested Shawntell Ellis, 29, and Eric Harris, 33. Ellis was wanted by the Bedford Heights Police Department for double homicide and Harris was wanted by the East Cleveland Police Department for homicide.

According to Bedford Heights Police, Shawntell Ellis is suspected of shooting and killing Dominic Cunningham, 22, and Joshua Cunningham, 21, in the parking lot of a local restaurant in Bedford Heights in the early hours of Oct. 7, 2023. The two victims were brothers from Northeast Ohio. Ellis was identified as the suspect and a warrant was issued for his arrest.

Members of the task force developed information that Ellis was residing at an address near the 12300 block of Cedar Ave., in Cleveland Heights and today task force members arrested him at that address. Also, inside the same residence, was Eric Harris, who was wanted by the East Cleveland Police Department for homicide. At least two firearms were located inside the residence and seized at the time of the arrest.

U.S. Marshal Pete Elliott stated, “Today, the family of the slain brothers are one step closer to justice after the arrest of this wanted fugitive. Our task force will continue to pursue those fugitives who are wanted for egregious violent offenses.”

Anyone with information concerning any wanted fugitive can contact the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force at 1-866-4WANTED (1-866-492-6833), or you can submit a web tip. Reward money is available, and tipsters may remain anonymous.  Follow the U.S. Marshals on Twitter @USMSCleveland.

The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force – Cleveland Division is composed of the following federal, state and local agencies:  U.S. Marshals Service, Cleveland Police Department, Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Office, Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Police Department, Euclid Police Department, Ohio Adult Parole Authority, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Independence Police Department, Parma Police Department, Aurora Police Department, Solon Police Department, Cleveland RTA Police Department, Westlake Police Department, Bedford Police Department, Middleburg Heights Police Department, Newburgh Heights Police Department and the Metrohealth Police Department. 

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U.S. Marshals Service Director, Italy’s Chief of Police Pledge Cooperation

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Arlington, VA – U.S. Marshals Service Director Ronald L. Davis met with Italy’s Chief of Polizia di Stato (Chief of Police) – Director General of the Department of Public Security Prefect Vittorio Pisani in Rome Dec. 1 to affirm a joint commitment to support the advancement of each agency’s law enforcement capabilities by sharing professional expertise and best practices.

The two agencies signed a pledge to look for opportunities to optimize respective strengths, proficiencies and specialized skills with cross-training programs to better service the people of America and Italy. The collective efforts will enhance their ability to address complex challenges and deliver exceptional law enforcement services.

Together, the U.S. Marshals Service and the Polizia di Stato aim to set an example of effective interagency collaboration, furthering a safer and more secure global community.

This partnership is one of many the U.S. Marshals Service promotes to share the vision of common values, dedication to preserving justice and fostering the safety of countries and communities.

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U.S. Marshals Offer Reward in Philadelphia Prison Escape Case

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Philadelphia, PA – The U.S. Marshals Service Eastern Pennsylvania Violent

Crime Fugitive Task Force is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Philadelphia prison escapee Gino Hagenkotter, 34. A warrant for escape was issued by the Philadelphia Police Department for Hagenkotter, and the U.S. Marshals Violent Crimes Fugitive Task was delegated the case.

On Nov. 30, Hagenkotter fled from the Riverside Correctional Facility where he was incarcerated on low level crimes. His last confirmed sighting was at 11:55 a.m., approximately 10 minutes after the escape, when Hagenkotter was observed on video heading north on the 8400 block of Hegerman Street toward Blakiston street.

There is currently a reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to Hagenkotter’s arrest. The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) is offering up to $1,500 and Pennsylvania Crime Stoppers has offered an additional $500. The Crime Stoppers reward will be paid immediately upon arrest.

Hagenkotter stands 5 feet 6 inches and weighs approximately 160 pounds. He has black hair, brown eyes, and a tattoo of a dagger on his right forearm. His last known address was in the 7700 block of Cottage Street in Philadelphia.

“While we are seeking the public’s assistance in apprehending Hagenkotter, we are also warning that anyone assisting him in his flight will be prosecuted to the fullest extent,” said Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal Robert Clark.

Tips can be called into the U.S. Marshals Philadelphia Tipline at 1-866-865-TIPS (8477) or you can submit a USMS Web Tip.

The Eastern Pennsylvania Violent Crimes Fugitive Task Force is a team of law enforcement officers led by U.S. Marshals in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties. The task force’s objective is to seek out and arrest violent crime fugitives. Membership agencies include the Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania State Parole Officers, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Attorney General Agents, Chester Police Department, and Bucks County Sheriffs.

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License Plate Recovered in Philadelphia from Blair County Escapee

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Philadelphia, PA — The U.S. Marshals Eastern Pennsylvania Violent Crime Fugitive Task Force today recovered a license plate that was previously on a vehicle believed to be stolen by a man who escaped Blair County Prison Dec. 3.

Isaiah Robert Tilghman, 33, was incarcerated on narcotics charges and Pennsylvania State Parole violations when he escaped. 

At 1:30 today, members of the fugitive task force in Philadelphia recovered Pennsylvania License plate ZNR-9945 in the 3500 block of Belgrade street. The tag was on a red Ford F-150 (pictured below) similar to the red 2011 Ford F-150 stolen by Tilghman in Blair County. PA tag ZKA-1062 was taken from the Ford-150 on Belgrade street, and investigtors presume that Tilghman had switched the plates on or around the morning of Dec. 5.    

Tilghman is a Black man, standing 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing approximately 160 pounds.  He has brown eyes and black hair and multiple tattoos on both arms. His last known address was in the 6200 block of Dickens Avenue in Philadelphia. 

“This fugitive task force in now working two simultaneous escape investigations,” said Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal Robert Clark. “We continue to ask the public for any tips relating to Gino Hagenkotter and Isaiah Tilghman.”   

Hagenkotter escaped Nov. 30 from Philadelphia’s Riverside Correctional Facility where he was incarcerated on low level crimes.

Tips can be called into the U.S. Marshals Philadelphia Tipline at 1-866-865-TIPS (8477) or submitted via the USMS Tips App.

The Eastern Pennsylvania Violent Crimes Fugitive Task Force is a team of law enforcement officers led by U.S. Marshals in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties. The task force’s objective is to seek out and arrest violent crime fugitives. Membership agencies include the Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania State Parole Officers, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Attorney General Agents, Chester Police Department, and Bucks County Sheriffs.

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U.S. Marshals Capture Man Wanted for Attempted Murder on Law Enforcement Officers

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Chester County, TN – On December 4th, 2023, U.S. Marshals captured Jacob Johnson, 24, of Henderson, TN, who was wanted for multiple crimes including three counts of Attempted Murder involving law enforcement officers.

On December 4th around 4 p.m., officers from the Chester County Sheriff’s Office and the Henderson Police Department responded to reports of a reckless driver with a gun. Officers spotted the vehicle driving in the area of Highway 100 and West Main Street in Henderson, TN. Upon officers initiating their emergency equipment, the driver evaded and fired a gun at the officers. They continued to pursue the vehicle until it crashed into a bridge guard rail on TN-200 near Rabbitt Ranch Road. The driver was seen fleeing on foot into a wooded area.

A Chester County Deputy requested the assistance of a U.S. Marshals Task Force Officer (TFO) with an apprehension K-9. The TFO, along with other members of the U.S. Marshals Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force in Jackson, responded from Jackson to the area where the suspect was last seen. The team entered the wood line with the K-9 leading the search. After a few minutes the suspect, identified as Jacob Johnson, surrendered. He was taken into custody without incident or injury and transported to the Chester County Jail. A Deputy U.S. Marshal found a loaded handgun in the woods.

Johnson faces charges of three counts of Attempted First Degree Murder, Aggravated Assault, Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Dangerous Felony, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Convicted Felon, Reckless Endangerment, and driving offenses. The Chester County Sheriff’s Office, Henderson Police Department, and Tennessee Highway Patrol assisted.

The U.S. Marshals Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force is a multi-agency task force within Western Tennessee. The TRVFTF has offices in Memphis and Jackson, and its membership is primarily composed of Deputy U.S. Marshals, Shelby, Fayette, and Tipton County Sheriff’s Deputies, Memphis and Jackson Police Officers, and the Tennessee Department of Correction Special Agents. The primary mission of the Task Force is to arrest violent offenders and sexual predators.