Grambling Police arrested a Homer man Wednesday afternoon after a high-speed chase that reached speeds over 90 miles per hour.
Jermund C. Curry, 30, was clocked on radar at 79 miles per hour in a 35 mile per hour zone on Clark Street in Grambling. The officer proceeded after Curry who refused to stop, reaching speeds of 85 to 90 mph. Curry allegedly passed numerous vehicles causing them to run off the roadway. He reportedly abandoned his vehicle in Mansfield Estates and fled on foot.
After a brief search, Curry was found in a backyard and apprehended. He was booked at the Lincoln Parish Detention Center for speeding, aggravated flight from an officer, driving under suspension, and resisting an officer.
Curry’s bail amount was not available at press time.
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