A former Dorchester resident wanted by the FBI and on the run for 23 years has been captured in North Carolina. The FBI says that John Joseph Hartin, 46, allegedly abused two young boys in Hyde Park back in 1993, but fled the state before he could be charged with the crimes. A warrant for his arrest was issued in 1997.

He has been living in North Carolina under an assumed name— Jay Matthew Carter.

“John Hartin thought by changing his name and moving out of state, he could avoid prosecution," said Harold H. Shaw, Special Agent in Charge, FBI. "However, he underestimated our resolve to track him down. The FBI hopes the victims of his alleged crimes will find some comfort in knowing that he will now have to answer for his actions."

Hartin is now en route to Massachusetts to face the charges. He was taken into custody without incident at his home on Wednesday, the FBI said.

Boston Police Commissioner William B. Evans added: “Our commitment to justice has no time limit. This outcome should serve as a reminder that we never give up and we will find you. I also want to acknowledge the great work and collaboration throughout this case with our partners at the FBI and hope this news brings some comfort to all affected by this crime.”