By TomsRiver.org – Updated 2026

New Jersey law enforcement agencies — including the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) and the FBI — continue to search for several high‑priority fugitives across the state.

• 2026 New Jersey Most Wanted Photos

All individuals listed below are considered armed and dangerous. Authorities urge the public not to approach any fugitive and instead report tips immediately to:

📞 NJSP Fugitive Unit: 1‑800‑437‑7839 📧 fugitiveinformation@njsp.gov 🔗 Official NJSP Most Wanted Portal: https://www.njsp.gov (navigate to “Fugitive Unit”) 🔗 FBI Most Wanted: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted

Top NJSP Most Wanted (2026)

(Source: NJSP Fugitive Unit – TomsRiver.org)

1. George Encarnacion

DOB: 09/09/1990 | Height: 5’09” | Weight: 240 lbs Hair: Black | Eyes: Brown | POB: Dominican Republic Wanted for: Distribution of controlled dangerous substances, weapons offenses, money laundering Warrant Issued: May 21, 2021 (Irvington, Essex County) 🔗 NJSP Fugitive Info: https://www.njsp.gov

2. Kurt Young

DOB: 03/06/1967 | Height: 5’11” | Weight: 150 lbs Hair: Gray/Brown | Eyes: Brown | POB: U.S. Wanted for: Human trafficking; sexual assault of a juvenile Incident: Dennis Township, Cape May County (Nov 23, 2019) Warrant Issued: Sept 21, 2023 🔗 NJSP Fugitive Info: https://www.njsp.gov

3. Amado Rosales

DOB: 09/13/1974 | Height: 5’05” | Weight: 145 lbs Hair: Black | Eyes: Brown | POB: Mexico Wanted for: Murder Incident: Lakewood, Monmouth County (Nov 28, 1998) Warrant Issued: Same day 🔗 NJSP Fugitive Info: https://www.njsp.gov

4. Wilfredo Rodriguez

DOB: 11/08/1963 | Height: 5’08” | Weight: 125 lbs Hair: Black | Eyes: Brown | POB: Puerto Rico Aliases: Chari Wilfredo, Robert Ortiz, Wilfredo R. Santana Wanted for: Murder; conspiracy to commit murder; weapons possession; hindering apprehension 🔗 NJSP Fugitive Info: https://www.njsp.gov

5. Emeterio Alvarez‑Cruz

DOB: 10/13/1990 | Height: 5’03” | Weight: 140 lbs Hair: Black | Eyes: Brown | POB: Mexico Wanted for: Aggravated sexual assault of a 12‑year‑old; endangering the welfare of a child Incident: Pilesgrove Township, Salem County (June 17, 2021) 🔗 NJSP Fugitive Info: https://www.njsp.gov

FBI Most Wanted in New Jersey (2026)

(Source: FBI; New Jersey 101.5)

Nazeer Hameed

Former NJ resident, believed to be in India Charges: Two counts of first‑degree murder (Maple Shade, 2017 stabbing) Reward: Up to $50,000 🔗 FBI Profile: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted

Ricky Vargas

Aliases: “Angel” Charges: First‑degree murder (Garfield, NJ – Feb 2024) Reward: Up to $15,000 🔗 FBI Profile: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted

Public Safety Reminder

All fugitives listed are considered armed and dangerous. If you see any of these individuals: 🚫 Do not approach 📞 Call 911 immediately 📞 Or contact the NJSP tip line: 1‑800‑437‑7839

For full official documents, visit: 🔗 NJSP Most Wanted PDF – https://www.njsp.gov 🔗 FBI Fugitive Directory – https://www.fbi.gov/wanted