Massachusetts State Police Most Wanted Fugitive Apprehended in Pennsylvania
Boston, MA / August 17, 2026 – The U.S. Marshals Service District of Massachusetts and Middle District of Pennsylvania today jointly announced the apprehension of Yssael Lantigua Alecon, 45, who was wanted for murder by the Lawrence Police Department and is listed as one of the Massachusetts State Police’s Most Wanted Fugitives.
According to public records, on May 1, 2015, police were called to a shooting at Bali’s Restaurant in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Upon arrival, a man was found dead in the bathroom after being shot multiple times. Subsequently, an arrest warrant was issued for Yssael Lantigua Alecon for murder and carrying a firearm without a license.
After initial attempts to locate Lantigua Alecon were unsuccessful, the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) was requested to assist in his apprehension.
The apprehension followed a coordinated fugitive investigation conducted by the U.S. Marshals Service and their law enforcement partners in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania. Today, on August 17, 2026, at approximately 11:40 a.m., Lantigua Alecon was taken into custody on East Broad Street, Hazleton City, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania and will be held pending extradition to Massachusetts.
“This apprehension of one of the Massachusetts State Police‘s Most Wanted Fugitives is a significant victory for public safety and a testament to the persistence of law enforcement,” said Dennis Matulewicz, head of the U.S. Marshals Service for the District of Massachusetts. “The Massachusetts State Police is one of our strongest partners, and we are proud to have worked alongside them and our partners in Pennsylvania to apprehend this violent fugitive. For more than a decade, Lantigua Alecon remained a fugitive wanted for murder, but today’s arrest sends a clear message that no matter how far you run or how long you hide, the U.S. Marshals Service and our law enforcement partners will never stop pursuing those accused of violent crimes and bringing them before the courts to face justice.”
The U.S. Marshals Service recognizes the exceptional teamwork, professionalism, and dedication demonstrated by all participating agencies. Their close coordination and unwavering commitment to public safety were instrumental in bringing this fugitive investigation to a successful and safe conclusion. The U.S. Marshals Service is particularly grateful to the Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section, Lawrence Police, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, and Hazleton City Police Department, all of whom participated in this fugitive investigation.
The U.S. Marshals Service reminds the public that criminal charges and allegations are accusations, and a defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of any state or federal fugitive, please contact the U.S. Marshals Service at 1-877-WANTED2 or submit information via the USMS Tips app.
Additional information about the U.S. Marshals Service can be found at https://www.usmarshals.gov.
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Source: U.S. Marshals Service (usmarshals.gov)
