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Arrest warrants out for Schuyler man wanted in Nelson County shooting, abduction

Chris Graham
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James “Jeff” Jeffrey Harris. Photo: Nelson County Sheriff’s Office

A Schuyler man is being sought in connection with a shooting in Nelson County reported early Thursday morning.

Arrest warrants have been obtained against James “Jeff” Jeffrey Harris, 26, of Schuyler, on five felony charges in the incident in the 900 block of Rockfish Crossing in Schuyler.

According to the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office, Harris approached, made demands and assaulted a victim, and reportedly fired shots during the encounter.

Harris fled the scene before law enforcement arrived.

Harris is described as a white male, 6’1”, 195 pounds, brown hair and blue eyes.

Contact the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office at 434-263-7050 if you have any information which may lead to Harris’ arrest.

Do not approach him.

Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019, and Team of Destiny: Inside Virginia Basketball’s Run to the 2019 National Championship, and The Worst Wrestling Pay-Per-View Ever, published in 2018. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, or subscribe to his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].

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