A man faces multiple charges after an incident near Hendersonville drew a significant law enforcement presence Wednesday night, May 10.
Fletcher Police Chief Dan Terry said just before 11 p.m. Wednesday, a Fletcher police officer attempted a traffic stop of a maroon Ford Expedition for a traffic violation, but the driver refused to stop.
Terry said the driver, Anthony Scott Shields, instead accelerated, squealing his tires and ran a red traffic light to get away from officers. A pursuit ensued within the town limits of Fletcher, beginning at 2901 Hendersonville Road.
Officials said during the pursuit, two occupants jumped from the vehicle. Some officers stopped and made contact with the two occupants while others continued to pursue the fleeing vehicle.
Henderson County Sheriff's Office deputies rendered assistance, and the vehicle was eventually stopped near Upward Road, at Acorn Manor Drive. On Wednesday night, News 13 cameras captured the SUV with what appeared to be a flat tire. Firefighters were also seen sweeping up debris.
Shields was arrested and charged with:
- Felony Flee to Elude Arrest
- Reckless Driving
- Multiple other traffic violations in connection with the incident
The incident is under investigation.
STORY COURTESY OF ABC 13 WLOSMan faces multiple charges after late-night police chase in Henderson County | WLOS
