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October 2, 2024
High-speed chase ends in crash, arrest
By AMIE CATO-REMER Editor

A high-speed motorcycle chase that occurred in Sallisaw on Sept. 3 ended with a crash and an arrest, according to a probable cause affidavit filed in Sequoyah County District Court.

Sequoyah County Sheriff ’s Deputy Colton Goff said he was patrolling I-40 near mile marker 306 when he spotted a red motorcycle, devoid of a license plate, being driven by Justin R. Jennings, 32, of Gore. His female passenger, was later identified as 27-year-old Lillian Crump of North Carolina.

Goff reported he followed the motorcycle as it exited the highway and turned onto Lennington Road. The motorcycle accelerated rapidly, reaching speeds of over 110 miles per hour. Despite a construction crew working on the road, the driver continued at breakneck speeds, ultimately crashing at the intersection of Lennington and Farm Road.

The impact of the crash caused the motorcycle to narrowly miss a parked work truck, sending Jennings to flee on foot into a nearby wooded area. Meanwhile, Goff detained Crump, who was bleeding from her injuries. Emergency services were called to the scene, and she was later transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

Shortly after the crash, Jennings emerged from the woods with his hands raised, stating, “I don’t want to give you guys any trouble.” He was quickly apprehended and placed in handcuffs.

During questioning, Jennings revealed that he fled because he did not possess a valid driver’s license and was concerned he might have an outstanding warrant. After being checked by emergen- cy medical services, he was cleared and subsequently transported to the Sequoyah County Detention Center.

Jennings is charged with endangering others while eluding/attempting to elude police officer and received a $2,500 bond. He is scheduled for an Oct. 9 felony disposition docket with Associate District Judge Kyle Waters.

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Vian’s Drew earns All-State Choir honors, solo performance
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