MNPD: Driver found with stolen gun, drugs after leading high-speed chase on I-24

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A 26-year-old man is facing a long list of charges after police said he drove at speeds of up to 110 mph Thursday night in an attempt to evade from officers.

According to the Metro Nashville Police Department, officers were in the area of Bell Road and Interstate 24 when they observed a Dodge Charger traveling 20 mph over the speed limit.

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Law enforcement reportedly attempted to stop the car in the 700 block of Bell Road, but the driver refused to pull over. A police helicopter followed the Charger as it drove on I-24 West at speeds of 110 mph with no lights on in heavy traffic.

Officials said the police helicopter crew relayed to ground units that the Charger got off the interstate and entered a Hermitage neighborhood. That’s when officers successfully deployed spike strips, causing the driver to drive to a nearby Hickory Highlands Drive apartment complex…

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