Coast man wanted by U.S. Marshals

A Coast man is now one of the most sought after fugitives in the entire country.

The United States Marshal’s Service is now offering a $25,000 reward for information leading directly to the arrest of Jacob Blair Scott.

Scott is accused of faking suicide to avoid jail for child rape.

He is wanted in Jackson County for sexual battery and other exploitation and sex abuse charges. Scott is also wanted by the U.S. Marshal’s Service for unlawful flight to avoid prosecution.

These accusations arose when Scott’s step-daughter became pregnant. It is believed that Scott faked his suicide by launching a boat in an attempt to escape.

U.S. Marshals believe he could be hiding in Tennessee, Texas, or Colorado.

If you know anything that could lead investigators to Scott you are urged to call the U.S. Marshal’s Service at 1-877-Wanted-2.