On June Sunday, 28, at approximately 9:45 p.m., an officer with the Taylorsville Police Department attempted to stop a vehicle after observing it nearly collide with another vehicle.
The officer activated the patrol vehicle’s emergency lights and siren however, the driver continued traveling down the roadway before making a U-turn and attempting to drive in the opposite direction. A second responding officer was able to position their patrol vehicle to prevent the suspect from leaving the area.
The driver refused multiple lawful commands to exit the vehicle, resulting in a physical struggle with officers. During the incident, a TASER was deployed to safely take the suspect into custody.
Kenneth Dale Baity JR.
• Felony Possession of Methamphetamine
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
• Misdemeanor Flee to Elude Arrest with a Motor Vehicle
• Fail to Heed Lights and Siren
• Resisting a Public Officer
Baity was issued a $30,000 secured bond.
The Taylorsville Police Department would like to thank the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance during this incident.
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