Two in custody after chase through Jonesboro

May 9, 2023 Stan Morris Craighead County 0
courtesy JPD

JONESBORO, Ark. – A high-speed chase between authorities and fleeing suspects in a work truck caused multiple accidents Tuesday in Craighead County.

It originated on Nestle Way, JPD said in a social media update. The chase was initiated by Arkansas State Police, JPD said, with multiple agencies becoming involved to assist. Two people, one male and one female, were in custody in connection with the incident as of 4:43 PM.

Video of one of the crashes caused by the fleeing suspect was obtained by K8 News:

K8 News also reported the Windover Heights neighborhood was locked down for a time while the suspect was being sought. More on that here.

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