Bergen Sheriff's Task Force Arrest 7 For Skipping Court

BERGEN COUNTY, NJ – Police from 14 departments across the county helped the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office round up seven people who were wanted by authorities for failing to appear in court.

Sheriff Anthony Cureton said the arrests made Sept. 26 during the Fugitive Task Force's early morning operation also generated multiple leads for police.

“I would like to thank the BCSO personnel and all the participating departments who helped make our third operation a success. Out of all the attempts, multiple arrests were made and new leads were gathered that will significantly help the task force next time it convenes” said Cureton.

According to the sheriff's office, the following people were taken into custody:

• Daniel Jozanovic, 31, of Fairview - 3rd degree credit card theft
• Michael Urgiles, 21, of New Milford - 1st degree aggravated sexual assault
• John Cavas, 39, of New Milford - 2nd degree eluding in a motor vehicle
• William Ennis, 28, of Fair Lawn - 2nd degree eluding in a motor vehicle
• Pernell John, Jr., 31, of Newark - 2nd degree shoplifting
• Michele Bickford, 35, of Leonia - 3rd degree theft by deception
• Jairo Navas, 27, of North Bergen - 2nd degree shoplifting

The following departments assisted the Bergen County Sheriff's Office in the sweep:

• Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office
• Midland Park Police Department
• Demarest Police Department
• South Hackensack Police Department
• Wyckoff Police Department
• Little Ferry Police Department
• Mahwah Police Department
• River Vale Police Department
• Park Ridge Police Department
• Closter Police Department
• Hillsdale Police Department
• Glen Rock Police Department
• Elmwood Park Police Department

The task force, which was created in June by the sheriff's office in partnership with the Bergen County Chiefs Association, seeks to locate fugitives from justice and develop further intelligence about those who are evading court.

If you, or someone you know, would like to make arrangements to surrender, please contact the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office at 201-336-4502.