Scranton Police Apprehended California Fugitive
Authorities took a 29-year-old man into custody following an investigation into an active parole warrant.
Updated on Oct. 4, 2026 in Law Enforcement
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Scranton police have arrested Mario Lastorina-Snyder, a 29-year-old fugitive wanted by California parole authorities. Officers from the department's Street Crimes and Major Crimes units located and apprehended him on Moosic Street.
Why it matters
The arrest follows an active criminal warrant issued by the California Division of Parole for charges including false imprisonment and assault. The suspect is now held at the Lackawanna County Prison pending legal proceedings.
Mario Lastorina-Snyder faces a fugitive-from-justice charge in Scranton and is currently detained at the Lackawanna County Prison. His underlying charges in California include attempted dissuasion of a victim, assault, and threats of death.
The players
Mario Lastorina-Snyder
He is a 29-year-old individual wanted by California parole authorities on multiple criminal charges.
Scranton Police Department
This is the municipal law enforcement agency responsible for the investigation and arrest of the suspect in Pennsylvania.
California Division of Parole
This state agency is responsible for supervising parolees and issued the original criminal warrant for the suspect.
Lackawanna County Prison
This correctional facility is currently housing the suspect while he awaits potential extradition.
The details
Local law enforcement successfully located the suspect in the 1100 block of Moosic Street following an investigation by the Street Crimes and Major Crimes units. The suspect was taken into custody without incident.
Timeline
September 30, 2026: Police located the suspect.
Week of October 4, 2026: Police took the suspect into custody.
Legal Context
This arrest reflects standard interstate cooperation protocols under the Uniform Criminal Extradition Act, which governs how jurisdictions manage fugitives. Such operations are common when local departments assist in executing out-of-state warrants to ensure national penal consistency.
The arrest ensures that an individual sought for violent charges is removed from the local community. Residents should not expect any service disruptions or increased safety threats following the conclusion of this police operation.
The takeaway
The successful apprehension of a fugitive by local units highlights the importance of information sharing between state parole boards and municipal police departments. Residents are reminded to report suspicious activity to local authorities to assist in maintaining community safety.
Further reading
For more on how local authorities manage regional crime, visit Law Enforcement.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WOLF.
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