OWENSBORO, KY (WFIE) – Two men were arrested early Sunday morning after leading Daviess County deputies on a high-speed chase that reached 100 miles per hour and ended in a crash.
Deputies with the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office say they spotted a vehicle swerving on Highway 144 near Daniels Lane around 2 a.m. and attempted a traffic stop. Instead of pulling over, the driver sped off.
The vehicle lost control while trying to turn onto Jones Road, crashing into a ditch. The driver, later identified as 22-year-old Brodi Pollard, fled the scene on foot but was apprehended after a short pursuit. Deputies say he appeared to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
A search of the vehicle uncovered methamphetamine, marijuana, alcohol, and drug paraphernalia, including items consistent with drug trafficking.
The passenger, 41-year-old Randy Barnes, was also arrested at the scene. Authorities noted that Barnes had an active warrant for failure to appear in Daviess County Circuit Court.
Charges:
Brodi Pollard:
DUI (Aggravated)
Fleeing/Evading Police (Vehicle and On Foot)
Two counts of Wanton Endangerment (Including against a police officer)
Reckless Driving
Criminal Trespass (3rd Degree)
Leaving the Scene of an Accident/Failure to Render Aid
Open Alcohol Container in Vehicle
Drug Trafficking (Meth, 1st Degree)
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Randy Barnes:
Failure to Appear – Daviess County Circuit Court
Both suspects were booked into the Daviess County Jail and remain in custody.
