Savannah-Chatham police are seeking the public’s help in locating a man reported to have sexually assaulted an underage girl Feb. 27.
The teenager and a friend were walking through a wooded area near Myers Middle School when the man reportedly forced her to perform a sex act.
Special Victims Unit detectives have released a drawing of the suspect. He is described as a black male taller than 6 feet with a short afro haircut, possibly with twisties. He was wearing a dark, long-sleeve shirt, dark pants, red Nike shoes and a black hat.
Anyone with information on the case is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 912-234-2020 or text CRIMES (274637) using the keyword CSTOP2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
Investigators can be reached confidentially at 912-525-3124.
Third arrest made in Broughton Street shootings
Police made a third arrest related to the downtown Savannah shootings that occurred just after 1 a.m. Feb. 25.
Shavatica Morris, 21, was taken into custody by the U.S. Marshal’s Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force at 4:30 p.m. March 6 during a traffic stop at Davidson Street and Dean Forest Road.
Morris was subsequently served warrants for aggravated assault and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon in connection to shootings on the 200 block of East Broughton Street, Eunicia Baker, Savannah-Chatham police spokeswoman. The shootings left a 25-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman with non-life-threatening wounds.
The morning of the incident, police were called to Dosha Ultra Bar and Lounge on the 100 block East Broughton to break up a fight when shots rang out.
Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shootings.
Anyone with information is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 912-234-2020 or text CRIMES (274637) using the keyword CSTOP2020. Tipsters remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
Investigators can be reached confidentially at 912-525-3124.
I-16 lanes to close for repairs
Single eastbound lanes of Interstate 16 between mile posts 152 and 153 will be closed from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays until March 27.
It is possible the lane closures, which are necessary for concrete slab repair, could remain in place throughout the night, said Jill Nagel, state Department of Transportation spokeswoman.
All work is weather contingent. Weather conditions could necessitate additional time to cure concrete slabs, Nagel said.
Personnel and heavy equipment will be operating close to open lanes. Motorists are urged to drive slowly and cautiously.
Compiled by Josh Rayburn and Dash Coleman
CHATHAM COUNTY BOOKED
To see pictures and details for individuals serving their initial incarceration in Chatham County, as reported by the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office, go to booked.savannahnow.com.