67-year-old Columbia man arrested after DUI chase in U-Haul, crashes into patrol truck, faces multiple charges.
James Lee Washington, a 67-year-old man from Columbia, South Carolina, was arrested after leading deputies on a high-speed chase in a U-Haul truck, reaching speeds of 80 mph while allegedly driving under the influence. The pursuit ended when Washington crashed into a deputy's patrol truck, flipping it over. He faces multiple charges, including DUI and assault, with a bond set at $56,639. The deputy involved is reportedly safe, and an investigation is ongoing.
October 16, 2024
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