# Most-wanted fugitive caught after 20 years, hiding as biotech exec

A fugitive who had been on the most-wanted list for 20 years was arrested while living under a false identity as a biotechnology executive. The capture ends a decades-long manhunt and underscores the ability of authorities to track down even the most elusive criminals.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [Ars Technica](https://arstechnica.com/health/2026/07/on-the-run-for-20-years-most-wanted-fugitive-caught-hiding-as-a-biotech-exec/) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:04:56 +0000