A fugitive who was wanted by police for almost a year was arrested on Wednesday by Douglas County deputies.

A fugitive identified as Markus Alexander-Henderson was arrested for aggravated assault after being on the run for almost a year.

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He was seen after a surveillance sting near McKown and Riley Road on Wednesday.

A deputy attempted to stop his vehicle, but a pursuit began.

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Alexander-Henderson attempted to run away after being pulled over before he was eventually arrested.

Deputies said Alexander-Henderson was also wanted out of other metro Atlanta jurisdictions as well.

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