Police say they have arrested a 40-year-old suspect after a high-speed chase ended in a crash and the discovery of methamphetamine.
PLEASANTON, Texas — The Pleasanton Police Department has arrested a 40-year-old suspect after he allegedly led authorities on a high-speed chase that led to a crash and the discovery of drugs.
Around 8:30 a.m., officers observed a motorcycle that had been reportedly driving recklessly at high rates of speed from Jourdanton into Pleasanton.
When officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop, the motorcyclist took off and led police on a high-speed chase before he eventually crashed the bike without involving other vehices.
After a short pursuit on foot the driver, identified as Cortney Roeper, was caught and arrested by police.
A search of the area allegedly led officers to find a bag containing methamphetamine, which they say Roeper attempted to hide.
Roeper has been booked into the Atascosa County Jail and is facing the following charges:
- Evading arrest motor vehicle with previous conviction
- Possession of controlled substance
- Tampering with physical evidence
- Possession of drug paraphernalia.
“We are thankful for our officers who work tirelessly to keep our city safe from individuals like this one, known for evading law enforcement and can no longer pose a threat to our community,” Pleasanton PD said. “Shout out to our Fire Department for assisting us with the clean up and traffic control making sure our officers were safe on scene.”