Man arrested for allegedly leading police on vehicle pursuit Tuesday – WCHS Network
Summary
Hit And Run Marmet West Virginia in Marmet, West Virginia: A man identified as Justin Richard Connard was arrested after leading Kanawha County Sheriff's deputies on a lengthy vehicle pursuit that began in Marmet and ended near the Kanawha City exit on Interstate 77. Deputies attempted a traffic stop on a GMC after it ran a red light near the I-77 exit ramp and Route 94; Connard allegedly pulled over but refused commands and fled, driving recklessly through traffic, entering opposing lanes, striking a KCSO patrol vehicle, and reaching speeds exceeding 120 mph. He lost control near the Kanawha City exit and hit a guardrail, ending the pursuit. He was charged with fleeing while under the influence of drugs or alcohol and fleeing showing reckless indifference to the safety of others; suspected controlled substances and alcoholic beverages were recovered from the vehicle.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Justin Richard Connard | Unknown | Unknown |