The U.S. Marshals Service New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force announced the results of a month-long operation in July 2025, culminating in the arrest of at least 158 violent fugitives across New Jersey.
The dragnet targeted individuals wanted for homicide, attempted murder, sexual assault, armed robbery, and other serious crimes.
High-Profile Apprehensions
Among the most significant arrests during the “summer surge”:
- Shaquan Landrum, 34: Wanted for attempted murder and parole violations. Landrum was captured on July 28 in Newark after a standoff where he barricaded himself in a residence, used a child as a human shield, and fired shots at officers—striking a police vehicle. A Newark police officer wounded Landrum, who was hospitalized. A rifle and “ghost gun” were recovered .
- Jackson Nazaire, 29: Wanted for armed bank robbery in Rahway. Arrested on July 23 in Elizabeth after barricading himself in a hotel with a weapon .
- Chenal Dixon, 31: Wanted for aggravated sexual assault in Plainfield. Arrested July 25 in Newark while attempting to flee on foot .
- Jordan Glisson, 19: Wanted for homicide in Asbury Park. Arrested July 14 in Newark .
- Other arrests included Joshua Bethea (murder, Essex County), Keyona Tyler (attempted murder, Irvington), Phu Nguyen (armed bank robbery, Voorhees), and Ebony Gee (desecration of human remains, Camden County) .
U.S. Marshal Juan Mattos Jr. emphasized the operation’s significance: “These arrests highlight the relentless dedication and coordination of our deputies and task force partners. We will continue to pursue justice and ensure those who threaten our communities are held accountable.”
Mattos is a former State Police official who was appointed to his post by President Barack Obama in 2011.
Others said that the surge demonstrated the agency’s “unwavering resolve to track down the most dangerous fugitives” and commitment to “reducing violent crime and safeguarding our communities.”
Tactics and Collaboration
The task force—comprising over 40 federal, state, county, and local agencies—employed coordinated intelligence sharing and tactical operations.
The Landrum arrest alone involved the U.S. Marshals, Newark Police Fugitive Apprehension Team, and Newark Emergency Services Unit.
Notably, officers rescued a child during the Landrum standoff using a bulletproof shield.
Ongoing Efforts
The U.S. Marshals Service reiterated its mission to track down the nation’s most dangerous fugitives through interagency collaboration.
The July surge underscores its focus on removing violent offenders from New Jersey communities, with investigations into all cases continuing .