LUBBOCK, Texas — Julieus Kyles, 20, was arrested on Thursday and faces multiple charges after a pursuit that ended in a crash in North Lubbock, according to the Lubbock Police Department.
An LPD officer attempted to stop a passenger car driven by Kyles in the 1600 block of Northeast Loop 289. LPD said Kyles refused to stop the vehicle which prompted the officer to initiate a pursuit.
Police chase ends with crash at state school in North Lubbock, one injured
Kyles traveled west on Loop 289 Access Road before turning onto University Avenue. According to LPD, Kyles attempted to turn west at the Lubbock State Supported Living Center but struck a metal fence before coming to a stop. He then exited the vehicle and ran off.
Kyles was taken into custody after a short pursuit, according to LPD. As of Friday, Kyles remained at the Lubbock County Detention Center and being charged with Theft of a Firearm, Evading in a vehicle, Evading on Foot, Unlawful Carrying a Weapon and unrelated warrants. Online jail records said his bonds total $14,500.