U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force Arrests York Robbery Suspect in Harrisburg

Harrisburg, PA - United States Marshal Martin Pane announced today that the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) Fugitive Task Force arrested Taijeem Gibson, 24, in Harrisburg, PA.

On June 16, 2016, the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force and other law enforcement agencies arrested Gibson in the 900 block of Eisenhower Blvd in Harrisburg, PA without incident. Gibson was wanted by the York City Police Department for burglary, aggravated assault, robbery and possession of firearm prohibited. Another warrant was issued by Pennsylvania Parole for violations of his parole where his original offense was weapon possession. It is alleged that Gibson forced entry into a residence in York, pistol whipped and robbed the victim before fleeing the scene.

United States Marshal Martin Pane stated, “The U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to locate and apprehend those who are wanted for serious crimes. Our communities will not be a safe haven.”

The USMS worked jointly in this investigation with personnel from the York City Police Department, Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, York County Sheriff’s Office, York County District Attorney Office, Harrisburg Bureau of Police and the Swatara Township Police Department.

Alleged Sex Offender Arrested in Michigan

York, PA - Today, United States Marshal Martin J. Pane announced the arrest of John Patrick, a 46-year old man formerly of Adams County.

On May 19, 2016, the Cumberland Township Police Department obtained an arrest warrant charging Patrick with Indecent Assault on a Person Less than 16 Years of Age, Statutory Sexual Assault, Unlawful Contact with Minor, Corruption of Minors and Indecent Sexual Intercourse of Person Less than 16.

The fugitive case was adopted by the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force in York, Pennsylvania. During the course of the investigation, the fugitive task force developed information which indicated Patrick may have fled to Detroit, Michigan or Maryland. As a result, a collateral lead was forwarded to the Marshals Detroit office requesting assistance in locating and arresting Patrick.

On June 18, 2016, Patrick was arrested by our Detroit Marshals Fugitive Task Force in the area of 13 Mile Road in Roseville, MI. He did not resist arrest. Patrick was turned over to local authorities and awaits extradition back to Pennsylvania.

U.S. Marshal Pane stated, “Our society demands alleged sexual abuse of children be promptly investigated. The U.S. Marshals Service and our fugitive task force partners help to ensure those persons accused of these crimes are promptly brought before the courts to answer for such charges.”

The USMS worked jointly in this investigation with personnel from the Cumberland Township Police Department, York City Police Department, York County Sheriff’s Department, Pennsylvania State Police, USMS Eastern District of Michigan and the Capital Area Fugitive Task Force.

May 2016 Justice Today Released

The Bureau of Justice Assistance has released the May 2016 issue of Justice Today, an online and email newsletter spotlighting BJA news. The May 2016 issue includes information on 2015 Medal of Valor winners, an award-winning BJA video, new funding opportunities and more. Visit https://www.bja.gov/JusticeToday/5_2016_newsletter.html to read the entire issue.