Columbus man arrested after multi-jurisdiction chase Tuesday
A Columbus man is currently in an East Alabama jail following a multi-jurisdictional chase.
The chase, which involved a red Nissan Altima, reportedly began around 10:20 A.M. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, near Victory Drive. The chase eventually left Muscogee County, and entered into Phenix City.
Russell County Sheriff’s Office, Phenix City Police Department, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, and Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office continued pursuit which traveled down U.S. Highway 431 until a state trooper completed a successful spike on the fleeing vehicle.
Image: Russell County Jail
The suspect, identified as 42-year-old Christopher Johnson, was arrested near U.S. Highway 431 and Alabama Highway 26 in south Russell County. Johnson is facing charges, including obstructing police-attempt to elude a police officer, obstruction-failure to appear/comply/pay, reckless endangerment, and obstruction-bail jumping.
The investigation remains ongoing into the chase. Johnson will eventually be charged in Muscogee County.
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