BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. – A 26-year-old man now faces several charges after leading officers on a chase throughout the north end of Bedford County on Saturday, according to the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities say the incident started when they were called about a man who had reportedly assaulted multiple people at the Food Lion in New London.
When officers arrived at the scene, the man, who was later identified as 26-year-old Jeffrey Ray Johnson II, had fled the scene in his car.
After he led officers on a chase through the north of Bedford County, officers decided to deploy tire deflation devices.
Authorities say in the end, Johnson’s vehicle broke down on Rt. 501/Lee Jackson Highway.
He was immediately taken into custody and currently faces the following charges:
- Felony Eluding Police
- Felony Assault on Law Enforcement
- Felony Eluding Police
- Felony Assault on Law Enforcement
- Felony Possession of Drugs
- Felony Transportation of Firearm while under a Protective Order
- Felony Possession of a Firearm with Drugs
- Driving Under the Influence
- Driving Suspended
At this time, other charges are pending further investigation. Johnson is currently being held at the Bedford Adult Detention Center without bond.