CAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. – The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a 40-year-woman after she escaped police custody on Monday morning.
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Authorities said it happened as they were investigating an incident in the 6600 block of Bear Creek Road and confirmed that Crystal Torrence had several active warrants for her arrest.
She then fled on foot to a wooded area, which led to an hours-long search, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Later in the day, authorities said the Altavista Police Department made a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle which was believed to be operated by Torrence, leading to a pursuit.
The chase ended at the Davis Fruit Stand on Wards Road where Torrence was taken into custody without incident, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
We’re told charges are pending.
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The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a 40-year-old woman who escaped police custody Monday (Jan. 2) morning.
Authorities say it happened as they were investigating an incident in the 6600 block of Bear Creek Road and confirmed that Crystal Meyers Torrence had several active warrants for her arrest.
The sheriff’s office told 10 News she fled on foot to a wooded area and said she is wearing a gray jacket with black boots and has a tattoo on her upper left arm.
Officers are currently searching the area for the woman.
If you see Torrence, do not approach her. Anyone knowing about her whereabouts is asked to call 911 or the Dispatch Center at 434-592-9574.
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