Two detained following high-speed chase in Lee, Russell counties
Two people were detained Friday evening following a high-speed chase that began at the Lee-Russell County line and ended on Highway 80 in Russell County.
According to information gathered by CNAW2News, the pursuit began around 5:27 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, July 24, 2026, on Lee Road 208 at the Lee-Russell County line.
The chase continued onto Highway 80 before ending near Evans Road, where law enforcement officers detained two individuals. Their identities have not yet been released.
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office and the Russell County Sheriff’s Office responded to the incident.
No injuries were reported during the pursuit. At least one lane of Highway 80 was temporarily closed while authorities worked the scene.
It is unclear at this time what led to the chase or what charges the individuals may face.
