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News Release

The U.S. Marshals serves as the enforcement arm of the federal courts and is involved in virtually every federal law enforcement initiative.

Below are the news releases shared across the U.S. Marshals Service’s 94 districts informing the public of the day-to-day activities ranging from fugitive arrests, asset forfeitures, prisoner operations, judicial security measures as well as highlighting individual achievements and success stories within the agency.

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  • 2 Murder Suspects Caught by Marshals Task Force, One Still on the Run

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    Toledo, OH – The U.S. Marshals led Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF) has arrested two suspects wanted in connection to a violent gang shooting in Michigan. Late in the afternoon yesterday, the task force arrested Montez White, 27. Additionally, two weeks ago on December 30, 2025, the task force arrested Tyrek Rice, 28.

  • Oklahoma Fugitive Wanted on Child Exploitation Charges Arrested in Maine

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    Portland, ME – On Friday, January 9, the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) Maine Violent Offender Task Force (MVOTF) arrested Jaime A. Oktay, 56, on a State of Oklahoma warrant for Aggravated Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material and two counts of Possess, Procure, Manufacture, Sell, or Distribute Child Sexual Abuse Material.

  • Memphis Safe Task Force Recovers Missing Children

    • For Immediate Release
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    Memphis, TN - The Memphis Safe Task Force (MSTF) recovered two siblings and a toddler who were brought to safety on January 11, 2026 in a joint effort by the members of the MSTF.

  • Memphis Safe Task Force Significant Arrests for Jan. 8: 52 Criminal Arrests, 10 More Illegal Guns Seized

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    Memphis, TN – Members of the Memphis Safe Task Force on Thursday executed 52 criminal arrests and seized 10 more illicit firearms.

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  • Memphis Safe Task Force Significant Arrests for Jan. 6: 67 Criminal Arrests, 10 More Illegal Guns Seized

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    Memphis, TN – Members of the Memphis Safe Task Force (MSTF) on Tuesday executed 67 criminal arrests and seized 10 more illicit firearms.

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  • Memphis Safe Task Force Significant Arrests for Jan. 5: 50 Criminal Arrests, 8 More Illegal Guns Seized, Missing Child Located

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    Memphis, TN – Members of the Memphis Safe Task Force on Monday executed 50 criminal arrests, seized eight illicit firearms and recovered an endangered missing child.

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  • Memphis Safe Task Force Arrests Man for Attempted Rape, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Vehicle Theft, Felony Eluding

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    Memphis, TN – Members of the Memphis Safe Task Force on Jan. 3 executed 20 criminal arrests, seized six illicit firearms and located a missing child.

  • Memphis Safe Task Force Rings in New Year With Nearly 4,700 Arrests, and More Than 750 Illicit Firearms Seized

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    Memphis, TN – Since it launched in October, the Memphis Safe Task Force (MSTF) - a multi-agency initiative to combat violent crime in Memphis composed of federal, state, and local law enforcement, as well as the Tennessee National Guard - has been focused on arresting violent criminals, clearing warrants, seizing illegal firearms, and locating missing children.

  • Memphis Safe Task Force New Year’s Eve Update: Alleged Kidnapper, Rapist Among 25 Criminal Arrests, 12 Illicit Firearms Seized

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    Memphis, TN – Members of the Memphis Safe Task Force (MSTF) on New Year’s Eve executed 25 criminal arrests and seized 12 illicit firearms.

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    Jesse Clark was arrested for aggravated kidnapping, aggravated rape, aggravated assault, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, methamphetamine and fentanyl.

  • U.S. Marshals in KY, Partner Agencies Arrest Man Wanted in AZ for Murder

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    Lexington, KY – The U.S. Marshals in Kentucky, working with multiple local authorities, on Dec. 30 arrested an Arizona man wanted by the Glendale, Arizona, Police Department for murder in the first degree stemming from an August 2021 shooting that left one gunshot victim deceased.

  • Toledo Homicide Suspect Caught by Task Force After Foot Pursuit

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    Toledo, OH –   Late this morning, members of the U.S. Marshals led Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF) arrested Marshaun Purley, 18.  Purley was wanted by the Toledo Police Department for murder and felonious assault.

  • U.S. Marshals Service to Serve as Honorary Captains for 67th Liberty Bowl

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    Washington, DC – Members of the U.S. Marshals Service Memphis Safe Task Force will serve as honorary co-captains for the 67th Liberty bowl on January 2, 2026, in Memphis, Tennessee.

  • Make D.C. Safe & Beautiful Task Force Surge Operation Closes 2025 With More Than 8,000 Arrests, Nearly 800 Illicit Guns Off the Streets

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    Washington, DC - The Make D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force surge operation is approaching the year’s end with more than 8,000 arrests and close to 800 illicit firearms seized.

  • Memphis Safe Task Force Overnight Update: 33 Arrests, 8 Firearms Seized, 1 Missing Child Recovered

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    Memphis, TN – Members of the Memphis Safe Task Force (MSTF) on Monday executed 33 criminal arrests, seized eight firearms, and recovered a missing juvenile.

  • Stephanie Creasy Selected as U.S. Marshals Service Deputy Director

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  • Memphis Safe Task Force Weekend Update: 55 Arrests, 16 Firearms Seized, 1 Missing Child Recovered

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    Memphis, TN – Members of the Memphis Safe Task Force (MSTF) over the weekend executed 55 criminal arrests, seized 16 firearms, and recovered a missing juvenile.

  • U.S. Marshals Join Search, Offer up to $7,500 Reward for Brockton Double Murder Suspect

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    Boston, MA – The U.S. Marshals in the District of Massachusetts, working with the Massachusetts State Police and Brockton Police Department, are offering a reward of up to $7,500 and asking for the public’s help in locating a man suspected of killing two people in a March 22, 2025, shooting incident outside of a Chipotle in Brockton, MA.

  • Last Suspect in the Murder of 13-Year-Old Euclid Boy Arrested by Task Force

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    Cleveland, OH – Early this morning, members of the U.S. Marshals led Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF) arrested Javyonne Stewart, 20.  Stewart was wanted by the Euclid Police Department for aggravated murder, murder, felonious assault, improper handling of firearms, and tampering with evidence. 

  • Zero Tolerance, Memphis Safe Task Force Arrests Armed Driver Following Injury Crash

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    Memphis, TN – The Memphis Safe Task Force has arrested Lamark Boykin, 24, on charges of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Driving Under the Influence following a recent investigation connected to a serious fleeing and eluding incident earlier this month.

  • Criminal Arsenals Disrupted as Memphis Safe Task Force Removes Over 650 Illegal Guns From Streets

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    Memphis, TN – The Memphis Safe Task Force announces today that it has seized more than 650 illegally possessed firearms since the initiative began, marking a milestone in the ongoing effort to reduce violent crime and enhance public safety across Memphis.