JACKSON COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a Kansas man on multiple charges after a high-speed chase.
Just after 8:30a.m. Wednesday deputies observed a 1993 Ford F250 near 150th and P Road for alleged traffic violations, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.
A pursuit with the assistance of the Kansas Highway Patrol helicopter ensued near 142nd and Q Road and continued east into Jefferson County.
The pickup then headed southbound on Meriden Road where a Jefferson County Deputy deployed stop sticks at 102nd and Meriden Road.
The suspect vehicle turned west toward Jackson County on 90th Road and became disabled when the front driver’s side tire separated from the wheel.
Jefferson County Deputies apprehended the suspect just north of 90th on Christie Road.
The suspect was transported to the Jackson County Jail and identified as Lane Michael Simpson, 23, of Mayetta.
Simpson is being held on requested charges that include Felony flee and eluding a law enforcement officer, driving while suspending, reckless driving, operating a vehicle without an interlock device. Simpson also had outstanding warrants from Atchison and Douglas Counties and the City of Topeka.