Adam Keith Jones
Authorities in Iredell County attempted to locate 38-year old Adam Keith Jones of Statesville for the purpose of serving an involuntary commitment.
Jones fled the scene and led Iredell County Deputies on a chase that proceeded west on US/64-90.
Deputies from Alexander County were asked to assist. The pursuit continued into Alexander County where Jones rammed an Alexander County Sheriff’s Office cruiser. The deputy was not injured but the county vehicle sustained heavy damage.
The subject was removed from the vehicle and became combative. He attacked an officer or officers prior to him being restrained and taken into custody.
Jones faces charges in Alexander County for:
Hit and Run
Careless and Reckless Driving
Flee/elude arrest with a motor vehicle
Assault with a Dealy Weapon on a Law Enforcement Officer
Assault
He is being held in the Alexander County Detention Center with a secured bond of $125,000. More Alexander County charges are possible in addition to Iredell County charges.
This is a developing story. Check back for more details.
Photo: Alexander County Sheriff’s Office