CHRISTIAN COUNTY, Ky. (WKRN) — Two weeks after a woman was taken into custody in connection with a pursuit that stretched from Southern Kentucky into Middle Tennessee, authorities announced a man is also facing charges in the case.
According to the Christian County Sheriff’s Office, shortly after 6:45 p.m. on April 22, a deputy noticed two vehicles backed into a wooded area near Carter Road and Barkers Mill Road “in what appeared to be suspicious activity.” When the deputy approached, both vehicles reportedly sped off, leading to a chase that crossed into Clarksville.
Authorities said they pursued the first vehicle — driven by 23-year-old Jordyn Purcell — while the second vehicle fled separately. Law enforcement eventually apprehended her without further incident on Tiny Town Road in Clarksville.
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During the investigation, officials said Purcell admitted to trying to flee due to recent marijuana use and identified the second driver. In addition, a search of the vehicle reportedly led to the discovery of marijuana, which was seized as evidence…