A 46-year-old Arizona man wanted in connection with an alleged violent attack on his girlfriend was arrested at LEGOLAND California after authorities tracked him across multiple states, officials said.
Arrest
Jason Marchesano was taken into custody at the LEGOLAND resort in San Diego County on Monday. Law enforcement officials said the arrest followed an investigation into an alleged October 28, 2025 incident in Yavapai County, Arizona.
Authorities allege Marchesano attacked his girlfriend inside a towable recreational vehicle in Paulden, an unincorporated community in northern Arizona.
Allegations
According to the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, Marchesano allegedly used bedsheets to strangle his girlfriend during an argument. The victim was able to escape the RV and report the incident to authorities.
Deputies later documented injuries, including bruising, that they said were consistent with the victim’s account of the alleged assault.
Investigation
Detectives said they pursued multiple leads across several states, including Arizona and Nevada, before determining that Marchesano had fled to California.
Law enforcement agencies then coordinated to locate and arrest him at the LEGOLAND theme park, a major family destination in Southern California.
Officials said a community tip ultimately helped confirm his whereabouts.
It was not immediately clear why the suspect was at the theme park at the time of his arrest.
Charges
Marchesano is facing several serious charges, including attempted second-degree homicide, kidnapping, and aggravated assault.
He is scheduled to appear in court on July 2 at the Central Courthouse in San Diego.
Statement
The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office credited the arrest to coordinated investigative work and public assistance.
In a statement, the agency said the case reflected “strong investigative work, interagency partnership, and a community member who chose to speak up.”
Context
The arrest comes amid other recent cases in which fugitives were located in unexpected settings. Authorities noted that cross-state cooperation and public tips continue to play a key role in locating individuals wanted in serious criminal investigations.
FAQs
Where was the suspect arrested?
At LEGOLAND California in San Diego County.
What is he accused of?
Attempted second-degree homicide, kidnapping, and aggravated assault.
When did the alleged attack happen?
October 28, 2025, in Paulden, Arizona.
How was he located?
Through investigative work and a community tip.
When is his court date?
He is scheduled to appear in court on July 2 in San Diego.
