Fugitive wanted by DEA, U.S. Marshals known to frequent Cleveland, Akron areas

Published: Sep. 8, 2026 at 11:57 AM EDT

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF) is offering an award leading to the arrest of a wanted fugitive.

According to the NOVFTF, Jason Lee, 30, is wanted by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the U.S. Marshals for possession with intent to distribute meth and possession of a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking.

Jason Lee
Jason Lee(Source: U.S. Marshals)

Lee is also wanted by the Summit County Sheriff’s Office for having weapons under disability.

He is described by the NOVFTF as a black male standing 5-feet-8-inches tall weighing around 160 pounds.

He is known to frequent the Cleveland and Akron areas.

Those with information on Lee’s whereabouts are encouraged to contact the NOVFTF at 1-866-4WANTED or to submit a tip to its website.

Tipsters can remain anonymous and reward money is available.