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(KAIR)--A man who was the subject of a manhunt in eastern Jefferson County Thursday afternoon remains at large.
Jefferson County Sheriff Jeff Herrig told WIBW-TV the man was wanted for possession of a stolen car and possession of drugs with intent to sell.
Multiple agencies were involved in the ground and air search for the suspect.
The man was last seen on foot in the McLouth area.
The search ended around 8:00 Thursday evening.
A woman, who was originally with the man, was arrested.
Jefferson County North USD 339 schools and McLouth USD 342 schools were both placed on lockdown for a period of time Thursday afternoon as a safety precaution due to the manhunt.
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