U.S. Marshals arrest Philadelphia assault suspect in Las Vegas

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U.S. Marshals arrest Philadelphia assault suspect in Las Vegas

A U.S. Marshals Service task force apprehended Zymire Hughes in Las Vegas following a two-week multi-state manhunt. Hughes allegedly harassed and terrorized Philadelphia citizens while wearing a mask resembling the character Chucky. Philadelphia authorities sought Hughes for his alleged involvement in incidents of aggravated assault. The New York Times reported that the arrest occurred on Wednesday morning after the suspect fled Pennsylvania. Local law enforcement and federal agents coordinated to track Hughes across the country.

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