U.S. Marshals Arrest Hundreds During Operation Baltimore Safeguard

Baltimore, MD - From January 20 through January 31, 2026, the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland, in coordination with the United States Marshals Service Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force and multiple federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, conducted a large-scale enforcement operation focused on identifying and apprehending violent fugitives and individuals affiliated with organized criminal activity throughout the Baltimore area.

“This operation makes clear that the U.S. Attorney’s Office will continue to join forces with our law-enforcement partners to execute the united goal of dismantling organizations associated with driving violence and other criminal activity and prosecuting those involved to the fullest extent of the law,” said Kelly O. Hayes, U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland. “This successful operation shows how collaboration and teamwork help combat crime, thereby making our neighborhoods safer.”

Operation Baltimore Safeguard resulted in a total of 239 fugitive arrests, including eight individuals wanted for murder, 12 for attempted murder, 18 for robbery, 108 for assault, and 13 for weapons-related offenses, 10 for sexual assault, and 26 for drug-related charges. Among those apprehended were six identified gang associates. Law enforcement personnel also seized four firearms and 869 grams of narcotics. In total, 264 outstanding warrants were cleared during the operation.

“The U.S. Marshals Service would like to thank all the law enforcement officers involved in this operation for their professionalism, skill, and dedication. Successful operations like this one are a reminder of the value of effective federal, state, and local partnerships in protecting public safety and upholding the rule of law,” stated Clinton J. Fuchs, U.S. Marshal for the District of Maryland. “It should also serve as a reminder that the U.S. Marshals Service and all our law enforcement partners will pursue violent offenders wherever they attempt to hide.”

Dasean Williams was arrested January 30, 2026. Williams was wanted by the Baltimore Police Department for First Degree Murder in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in Baltimore on January 14, 2026.

Isaac Diaz was arrested January 29, 2026. Diaz was wanted by the Baltimore Police Department for Attempted First Degree Murder and other charges relating to an incident where Diaz is alleged to have shot his ex-wife’s boyfriend during an altercation.

Kenyon Cypress was arrested January 28, 2026. Cypress was wanted by the Baltimore Police Department for Attempted First Degree Murder and related charges connected to a non-fatal shooting that occurred in Baltimore in August 2025.

“Through continued collaboration with our local, state, and federal partners, efforts such as these are delivering meaningful results,” said Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley. “These operations are essential to our crime-reduction strategy and have a significant impact on removing individuals who threaten public safety and our communities. The outcomes reflect the level of safety and security the people of Baltimore deserve.”

Criminal cases presented to the United States Attorney’s Office during Operation Baltimore Safeguard resulted in charges being filed against two offenders. Antwon Morton and Lewis Constantine were both charged with Felon in Possession of a Firearm in violation of 18 United States Code (USC) 922.

“The FBI was proud to be part of this effort, combining agents, intelligence analysts, specialized teams and professional staff, with our dedicated law enforcement partners,” said FBI Baltimore Special Agent in Charge Jimmy Paul. “Results from this recent operation build on the progress we’ve made over the last few years to drive down crime and we will continue to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our partners to make Baltimore safer for everyone.”

The Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force is a Congressionally funded multi-agency task force whose mission is to focus resources and efforts on the reduction of violence within the National Capital Region. This organization seeks to accomplish its mission through the identification, investigation, and apprehension of fugitives wanted for egregious crimes against the community, while ensuring the application of equal justice, integrity and service for all.

Participating agencies included the: U.S. Marshals Service; Annapolis Police Department; Anne Arundel County Police Department; Baltimore County Police Department; Baltimore Police Department; Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF); Carroll County Sheriff’s Office; Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Frederick County Sheriff’s Office; Frederick Police Department; Hagerstown Police Department; Harford County Sheriff’s Department; Homeland Security Investigations (HSI); Washington/Baltimore High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force; Howard County Police Department; Howard County Sheriff’s Office; Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services; Maryland State Police; U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP); and Washington County Sheriff’s Office.