A Washington man was arrested on Sunday after leading police on an 18 mile chase.
Yesterday afternoon, at around 5 PM, Indiana State Police attempted to stop the driver of a 2006 Pontiac on I-69 in Pike County for false registration. The driver refused to stop and reached speeds over 100 mph.
After refusing to stop for approximately 18 miles, the driver of the Pontiac suddenly pulled over and stopped near the 61 mile-marker in Daviess County. The driver, who was identified as 51-year-old James R. Coy, of Washington, was arrested without further incident.
A female passenger in the vehicle was found unconscious but breathing. Troopers administered NARCAN and treated the female until EMS arrived.
Coy was taken to the Pike County Jail where he is currently being held on bond. The female passenger was taken to Daviess Community Hospital in Washington where she is currently being treated.
Further investigation revealed Coy had a suspended driver’s license. He was charged with Resisting Law Enforcement and Reckless Driving.
