High speed pursuit ends in crash on Hwy. 80 at Baker Road in Crawford
A high speed chase which began in east Lee County has ended on Highway 80 at Baker Road in Crawford.
The vehicle reportedly sideswiped a vehicle on Lee Road 179 and also lost its left rear tire in the chase. The sideswipe accident also caused EAMC ETS to be dispatched out.
Speeds reached 75 MPH and higher during the chase. Spike strips were established on Highway 80, headed westbound, which were successful. The driver reportedly bailed on foot after the spike strips were deployed. It is unknown if the driver has been taken into custody.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office, Russell County Sheriff’s Office, Phenix City Police Department, and also Alabama State Troopers are out on the scene.
