U.S. Marshals Service
Coverage of U.S. Marshals Service in the Nexus archive.
- Second person in 4 days is fatally shot in Memphis by federal task force member
A member of the Memphis Safe Task Force fatally shot a person during a drug warrant execution in Memphis, marking the second such incident in four days. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is probing the shooting, which occurred after agents knocked down a hotel room door. The task force, established by President Donald Trump to deploy federal agents and National Guard troops in Democratic-run cities, has also been linked to a prior fatal shooting.
- Second person in 4 days is fatally shot in Memphis by federal task force member
A member of a federal crime-fighting task force in Memphis shot and killed a person during a drug warrant operation, marking the second fatal shooting by a task force member in four days. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is examining both incidents, which occurred during separate operations involving DEA agents and National Guard troops.
- West Monroe man rearrested by Attorney General’s office, faces 200 new charges
Kenneth Harris, a 56-year-old West Monroe man, was rearrested by the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office and charged with 200 counts of child sexual abuse material. He was previously arrested in June 2026 for indecent behavior with juveniles and computer-aided solicitation of juveniles, released on a $50,000 bond, and later re-arrested after a forensic search of his devices.
- National Guard troops on patrol in Memphis fatally shoot 20-year-old man, according to TBI
Tyrin Johnson, a 20-year-old described by Memphis lawmakers as a student and young father, was fatally shot by two Tennessee National Guard soldiers during a foot chase in Memphis, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. The National Guard was part of a task force established by an executive order from President Donald Trump to address crime in the city, and the incident is under independent investigation.
- Fairfax Co. man arrested over a decade after a nearly fatal hit-and-run
A Fairfax County man was arrested over a decade after a 2014 hit-and-run that nearly killed a woman. Enda Browne fled the country after his initial arrest but was recently captured at Dulles International Airport.
- Missing child believed to have been sex trafficked found 1,400 miles away in an encampment
A child reported missing in Arizona in May was found in a homeless encampment in Olympia, Washington, after being believed to be a victim of sex trafficking. U.S. Marshals and local authorities located her at 'The Jungle,' a 20-acre encampment with high criminal activity, and handed her over to child welfare agencies.
- Missing child believed to have been sex trafficked found 1,400 miles away in an encampment
A child reported missing in Arizona in May was found in a homeless encampment in Washington state after being identified as a potential sex trafficking victim. U.S. Marshals and local agencies located the child at 'The Jungle' encampment in Olympia, which has high criminal activity. The child's identity was not disclosed.
- Missing child believed to have been sex trafficked found 1,400 miles away in an encampment
A child reported missing in Arizona in May was found in a homeless encampment in Olympia, Washington, after being identified as a potential sex trafficking victim. U.S. Marshals and local agencies located the child at a high-risk encampment called 'The Jungle' and handed her over to child welfare authorities. The child's identity remains undisclosed.
- U.S. Marshals increase reward for 2024 Shelby murder suspect
The U.S. Marshals Service increased the reward for information leading to the arrest of Jonathan Martzes Petty, wanted for murder and possession of a firearm by a felon in connection with a March 29, 2024, shooting in Shelby that killed Timothy Ruff. The Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force is leading the search for Petty, who is described as 6 feet tall, bald with black hair, and potentially connected to multiple counties in North Carolina, South Carolina, and other states.
- Missing girl found 1,500 miles away in sprawling homeless city ‘The Jungle’
A missing girl from Arizona, believed to be a victim of sex trafficking, was found in a homeless encampment in Washington known as 'The Jungle' by the US Marshals Service.
- Man wanted in Lebanon domestic assault arrested by U.S. Marshals in Nashville
Khaleel Smith was arrested by U.S. Marshals and ATF in Nashville for an aggravated domestic assault in Lebanon, where he allegedly fired shots from a hotel, damaging a vehicle and a Taco Bell. The Lebanon Police Department praised federal agencies for their assistance in the arrest.
- Lebanon suspect arrested after aggravated domestic assault hotel shooting case
Khaleel Smith was arrested in Nashville by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives following a case involving an aggravated domestic assault and hotel shooting.
- Former Haywood County deputy indicted on rape, misconduct charges
A former Haywood County Sheriff's Office deputy was indicted on charges including rape, attempted rape, official misconduct, and tampering with evidence after an investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. The grand jury returned the indictment following allegations that the deputy sexually assaulted a woman during a traffic stop.
- Second suspect arrested in Accomack Co. bar shooting that killed 1, injured 5
A second suspect was arrested Monday for a shooting at Par 4 Bar & Grill in Accomack Co. that killed one person and injured five others. The U.S. Marshals Service confirmed the arrest in connection with the April incident.
- Defendant in Feeding Our Future scheme sentenced to 6 months in prison
Asha Jama, a defendant in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, was sentenced to six months in prison and ordered to pay $449,933 in restitution after pleading guilty to money laundering. She and four co-conspirators were accused of misappropriating $4.3 million for personal expenses, including vehicles, real estate, and property in Turkey.
- Man charged in killing of West Virginia guard member pleads not guilty to new charges
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, pleaded not guilty to 17 counts including murder and attempted murder in the killing of U.S. Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding of Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe during an attack near the White House. The new indictment includes charges eligible for the death penalty, replacing earlier charges filed in December 2025.
- ICE says relaxed detention standards 'reduce the burden' on contractors running its lockups
ICE has revised detention facility standards to allow increased use of AI for detainee communication and to maintain non-payment of minimum wage for detainees' voluntary work, citing reduced contractor burdens. Experts warn these changes may worsen detention conditions, citing issues like medical neglect and deaths in facilities.
- ICE says relaxed detention standards 'reduce the burden' on contractors running its lockups
ICE has relaxed detention standards, allowing contractors to use AI for noncritical detainee communication and avoid paying minimum wage for voluntary work. Experts warn this will worsen detention conditions and reduce accountability, as ICE facilities face reports of deaths, medical neglect, and inadequate resources.
- Teen accused of killing stepsister on Carnival Cruise taken into custody following adult charges
A 16-year-old teen, Timothy Hudson, was taken into custody after being charged as an adult for allegedly sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, on a Carnival Cruise ship. A federal judge revoked Hudson's pretrial release due to concerns about community safety, citing the severity of the charges and the risk of flight.
- Toledo police name suspect Ka Nye Taylor in festival shooting that injured 12, hunt second gunman
Toledo police have identified Ka Nye Taylor as a suspect in a festival shooting that injured 12 people and are searching for a second gunman. The incident occurred during the Old West End Festival, with authorities offering a $15,000 reward for information leading to arrests. Police believe the shooting resulted from a dispute between two rival groups.
- The Needle: Cage Fight Will Create Traffic Headaches, Social Security Is in Danger of Running Low, US Marshals Service Takeover Cost Taxpayers $18 Million, Area Water Study Will Secure Supply, and ICE Camps Detaining 25 Babies a Day
The article highlights traffic disruptions in Washington D.C. due to a UFC event at the White House, potential depletion of Social Security funds by 2032, an $18 million cost to taxpayers from a U.S. Marshals Service operation, a $25 million water security study for the DMV region, and ICE detaining 25 babies daily at concentration camps.
- Man extradited from Mexico in connection with 2024 deadly Boyle Heights shooting
A man arrested in Mexico was extradited to the U.S. to face a murder charge linked to a 2024 Boyle Heights freeway shooting that killed 29-year-old Encarnacion Escobedo and injured another. Christian Rojas, 21, was captured in Palomo de Arriba, Mexico, after a $4.3 million bail warrant was issued, while his co-suspect, Joshua Rojas Sr., 47, remains in U.S. custody.
- Manhunt underway for suspect after Virginia deputy killed, another injured in ambush; $10K reward offered
A manhunt is underway in Virginia for Michael Puckett, who allegedly ambushed two deputies during a welfare check, killing Carroll County Sheriff’s Office deputy Logan Utt and injuring another officer. A $10,000 reward is offered for Puckett’s capture, and the wounded deputy is recovering due to his ballistic vest. Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has urged the public to provide information.
- Coast Guard dog helps find over 400 kilos of ‘hidden’ cocaine, resulting in 3 arrests
A U.S. Coast Guard dog at USCG Base Miami Beach discovered 407 kilograms of cocaine hidden in a boat, leading to the arrest of three individuals. The vessel, a 46-foot Seahorse fishing boat arriving from the Bahamas, was stopped by the Coast Guard, and the suspects face charges of conspiracy to import cocaine.
- Fugitive wanted in Miami-Dade attempted murder case arrested in Georgia, deputies say
Nathan J. Cooper, wanted in a Miami-Dade attempted murder case, was arrested in Norcross, Georgia. Cooper, who was on federal supervised release, was charged with attempted first-degree murder after shooting a man during an altercation in March. The arrest was a result of collaboration between Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, U.S. Marshals Service, and fugitive task forces.
- Teen charged with killing stepsister on Carnival Cruise remains free after hearing
Timothy Hudson, a 16-year-old, remains free after a federal judge delayed a custody decision in his case for allegedly sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, on a Carnival Cruise ship. The case, transferred to adult court, involves charges of first-degree murder and aggravated sexual abuse, with the victim's body found concealed under a bed. Hudson has pleaded not guilty and is under electronic monitoring while awaiting further rulings.
- Inmates Charged in Brutal Assault on Correction Officer at Doña Ana County Detention Center
Three inmates have been federally charged for violently attacking a correction officer at the Doña Ana County Detention Center, where the officer was assisting the U.S. Marshals Service. The assault, which lasted 22 seconds, left the officer unconscious and required the use of a taser.
- White House: Bitcoin Reserve Announcement Is Imminent
The White House is set to announce the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, with Executive Director Patrick Witt stating that a major legal hurdle has been cleared. The reserve holds an estimated 328,372 BTC and is expected to be a significant development in the use of cryptocurrency as a strategic asset. An announcement is imminent, according to Witt.
- White House Says Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Announcement Is Imminent: ‘A Breakthrough’
The White House is set to announce the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, with Executive Director Patrick Witt stating that a major legal hurdle has been cleared. The reserve holds an estimated 328,372 BTC and was established by President Trump's executive order on March 6, 2025. An announcement is expected soon.
- DOJ requests 1,500 more National Guard troops for planned DC ‘summer surge’
The Trump administration requests 1,500 more National Guard troops to be deployed in Washington as part of a 'summer surge' ahead of America's 250th birthday. The Justice Department made the announcement on Friday. The extra troops will grow the National Guard presence in the nation's capital.
- Fugitive tied to decades-old slaying of punk rocker roommate caught in tropical hot spot: feds
Richard Werstine, a 56-year-old Michigan man, was arrested in Panama City after evading authorities for over three decades for allegedly killing his punk-rock singer roommate Rodney Barger. Werstine was sought by authorities since 1993 and was finally caught on April 29, 2026. He confessed to his true identity and was extradited to the United States.
- Mother charged after 2 toddler daughters found drowned with cocaine in their systems in Texas
A mother, Laura Nicholson, has been arrested in Florida after her two toddler daughters were found drowned with cocaine in their systems in Texas. The daughters, ages 2 and 3, died on February 11, and Nicholson was charged with two counts of injury to a child. Nicholson was taken into custody in Fort Myers, Florida.
- FBI Director Patel and law enforcement officials testify at Senate hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel and other law enforcement officials testify at a Senate hearing. The hearing is held by the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee. They represent various agencies including the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
- Special Forces vet accused of trying to kill wife found dead, ending massive Tennessee manhunt
A retired Army Special Forces Veteran, Craig Berry, was found dead after a massive manhunt in Tennessee, sparked by an incident where he allegedly shot his wife. The wife survived with life-threatening injuries and has been released from the hospital. Berry died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
- Military-trained fugitive accused of shooting wife eludes manhunt in rural woodlands
A military-trained fugitive named Craig Berry is accused of shooting his wife and evading a manhunt in rural Tennessee. Berry, a 44-year-old retired Special Forces veteran, remains at large with extensive survival training. Authorities consider him highly dangerous and armed.
- Kagan screamed so loudly at liberal ally after Dobbs leak the ‘wall was shaking,' book claims
Justice Elena Kagan allegedly screamed at Justice Stephen Breyer in May 2022 after the leak of the Dobbs decision, causing 'the wall to shake,' according to a new book by Mollie Hemingway. The incident highlights tensions within the liberal bloc of the Supreme Court amid security threats and protests following the ruling.