September 30, 2005
Brandon Haught
Public Information Office

WANTED MAN SOUGHT BY SHERIFF’S OFFICE 

The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted on three open warrants. A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for information that leads to the arrest of 28-year-old Christopher J. Watson. The Deltona man has a lengthy criminal history, with his latest offense happening Friday when he ran away from a traffic stop. The public is urged to be cautious if Watson is seen; don’t approach him, but rather call 911 or report information to Crime Stoppers of Northeast Florida. 

Watson is a light-skinned black man about 6’1” tall and weighing approximately 190 pounds. His last known address was 2919 Keesler St., Deltona. The three warrants issued for Watson are: fleeing or attempting to elude a marked police car, possession of cocaine and driving while license suspended. 

During a routine patrol on Friday afternoon, a deputy spotted Watson driving an SUV near Orange City. The deputy had several encounters with Watson in the past and knew that Watson was a habitual traffic violator and his license was suspended. The deputy attempted a traffic stop, and once the vehicle was stopped Watson jumped out and fled on foot. A small amount of powder cocaine was found inside the SUV.

Anyone with information about Watson’s whereabouts is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office DeBary office at (386) 668-3830 or Crime Stoppers of Northeast Florida, toll-free, at (888) 277-TIPS. Callers to Crime Stoppers will remain anonymous.