JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A 42-year-old man was arrested Saturday in Georgia for a murder in Jacksonville that happened in March.
Simmie Lee Lott was arrested by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task force in Valdosta, Georgia. On Wednesday, he was transported to Jacksonville.
Lott is accused of shooting and killing Austin Douglas during an aggravated battery and attempted robbery on March 2 in the area of 12000 Woodbridge Court. Police said Lott, Douglas, and one other suspect were involved in the robbery and that during the course of committing those offenses, Douglas was shot and killed as a result.
Police found Douglas in the area of 1800 Atlantic Blvd. where he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Lott is being charged with Felony Murder, Attempted Murder, Attempted Home Invasion Robbery, and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon.
JSO is still looking for the third suspect during the aggravated battery and attempted armed robbery that occurred on Woodbridge Court. Anyone who has any information regarding the identity of the suspect is asked to contact JSO at 904-630-0500 or email us at JSOCrimeTips@jaxsheriff.org. To remain anonymous and receive a possible reward up to $3,000, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS.