A Rochester man has been arrested after leading an Indiana State Police trooper on a chase in Cass and Fulton Counties.
It was around 9 p.m. on Thursday, May 2, when the trooper was patrolling on State Road 25 in Cass County when he observed a yellow motorcycle with its taillight not illuminated.
The trooper tried to stop the motorcycle on State Road 25 near County Road 900 North. The motorcycle failed to stop and led the trooper on a pursuit through Cass and Fulton County roadways, reaching speeds of approximately 80 mph.
The trooper continued to pursue the motorcycle northbound on State Road 25 before coming to a stop at County Road 950 South in Fulton County. The driver, Jamie Corbin, 43, fled on foot but was later taken into custody.
A search of the motorcycle revealed suspected methamphetamine.
During the investigation, the trooper was able to gather information leading to the belief that Corbin was under the influence.
Further investigation revealed Corbin had two active warrants out of Howard County.
As a result of the pursuit and ensuing investigation, Corbin was preliminarily charged with:
Resisting Law Enforcement with a Vehicle (prior) – Level 5 Felony
Possession of Methamphetamine- Level 6 Felony
Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Class A Misdemeanor
Resisting Law Enforcement- Class A Misdemeanor
