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You are here: Home / Crime News / Sheriff’s Office Nabs Fugitives at Harbor Lights Marina

Sheriff’s Office Nabs Fugitives at Harbor Lights Marina

October 3, 2025 By Contributed Article Leave a Comment

On Friday morning, Hamilton County deputies responded to the Harbor Lights Marina in attempt to locate fugitives Jessica Shaw and Justin Brakefield. The two were found hiding in a boat. After initially refusing to follow commands, deputies established a perimeter. After a short period of time, both suspects surrendered.

During the incident, deputies located multiple illegal substances including: 12 grams of Fentanyl, 10 grams of meth, and nine grams of THC.

Shaw was arrested and will be extradited to Cherokee County, Alabama for an outstanding warrant. Brakefield was arrested for multiple outstanding warrants in various jurisdictions including: Failure to Appear, Auto Theft, and Felony Theft of Property.

Brakefield also faces additional charges, including: Tampering with Evidence, Resisting Arrest, and Felony Possession of Methamphetamine.

This information is preliminary and subject to change. No further information is available.

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