North Charleston, S.C. – Master Willie Weathers, a 26-year-old armed escapee, was arrested on August 29 at the North Charleston Amtrak Station by the US Marshals Fugitive Task Force and the North Charleston Police Department. Weathers was attempting to flee the state after escaping from a federal halfway house in Virginia.
Details of the Arrest
Weathers, who had been on the run since his escape, was tracked to the North Charleston Amtrak Station on Gaynor Avenue. According to the report, investigators discovered that Weathers had purchased a train ticket and began surveillance of the station. Upon his arrival at the station, Weathers was apprehended by law enforcement officers before he could board the train.
Firearms Found During Search
A search of Weathers’ bag revealed two small revolvers, one of which had an obliterated serial number, indicating that the weapon may have been altered in an attempt to prevent identification. Due to the possession of firearms, Weathers faces additional charges of firearm possession.
Transfer to Authorities
After his arrest, Weathers was initially transported to the Al Cannon Detention Center in Charleston, South Carolina. He was later handed over to the Marshals Service for further legal proceedings.
Weathers’ Background
Weathers had been serving time at the federal halfway house in Virginia before his escape. The US Marshals Fugitive Task Force continues to monitor escapees and individuals with active warrants, working closely with local authorities to ensure arrests are made swiftly.
This successful capture underscores the ongoing efforts of law enforcement agencies in locating and apprehending fugitives across the country.
