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On Wednesday, August 24th, Baker County Sheriff Deputies Eric Colton and Tracy Howard attempted to contact Frank McNair regarding a violation of restraining order. When the Deputies attempted to stop McNair in the area of Highway 7 and Griffin Gulch, he fled on an ATV. Both Deputies pursued McNair for approximately two to three miles on Griffin Gulch Road. McNair tried to drive past a parked vehicle and ended up striking the rear tire of the parked car, causing him to stop. Deputies then took McNair into custody without incident. McNair was found to be in possession of Methamphetamine and is also facing charges of Attempt to Elude, Driving While Misdemeanor Suspended, Violation of Restraining Order and Reckless Driving. McNair was booked and lodged in the Baker County Jail.

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