'NJ’s Most Wanted’ Nabbed After Killing Man Outside Nightclub, Cops Say

PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ — A murder suspect has been arrested following a six-year, nationwide hunt, according to police.

Jean Cordero, 35, of Passaic, has been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred in New Jersey nearly six years ago, authorities said.

On November 22, 2020, 36-year-old Juan Marquez was stabbed to death outside of Fiesta Night Club on President Street in Passaic, according to officials.

Following an investigation, authorities deemed Cordero the prime suspect.

A nationwide manhunt in coordination with the State Police, Passaic Police Department, the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, and the U.S. Marshals Service ensued. Several other law enforcement agencies from across the country also took part in the search.

Cordero evaded the law and was eventually placed on the New Jersey State Police Most Wanted List in May 2025.

Through investigative efforts, Cordero was found hiding at an East Mosholu Parkway home in the Bronx, New York, on March 24 and arrested, officials said.

He is charged with first-degree murder, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and unlawful possession of a weapon.

On Monday, Cordero was extradited to New Jersey and taken to the Passaic County Jail.