Executive Summary
- Navaris Broomfield was arrested in Cairo, Georgia, by U.S. Marshals and local deputies.
- Broomfield was wanted in Tallahassee for allegedly running over a store clerk with a van.
- Suspects were discovered living out of a vehicle to evade authorities.
- Felony possession of synthetic drugs was cited during the arrest.
A joint operation involving Grady County deputies and the U.S. Marshals Service resulted in the arrest of a Florida fugitive and his companion in Cairo, Georgia, on February 2, 2026, following a violent incident in Tallahassee. Authorities took Navaris Benard Broomfield, 35, of Midway, Florida, and Ashley Marie Lewis, 39, of Cairo, into custody outside a residence on 3rd Street NE.
According to law enforcement reports, the pair had been living out of their vehicle in an attempt to evade capture. Broomfield was sought on multiple charges, including violent aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, robbery, and petit theft. The charges stem from an incident at a Dollar General in Tallahassee where Broomfield allegedly ran over a store clerk with his van before fleeing the scene.
Investigators from the U.S. Marshals Service tracked Broomfield to Cairo and verified his location before executing the warrant. The arrest was conducted without incident. During the operation, deputies reportedly found Broomfield in felony possession of synthetic drugs, while Lewis was found in possession of drug paraphernalia.
Law Enforcement Strategy
The apprehension of Broomfield highlights the efficacy of inter-agency cooperation between local sheriff’s offices and federal assets like the U.S. Marshals Service in tracking fugitives across state lines. Grady County Sheriff Earl Prince emphasized that the operation reflects a zero-tolerance policy for violent offenders attempting to seek refuge in the jurisdiction. It is important to note that all individuals named in this report, including Broomfield and Lewis, are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
