On Sunday, Wayne County Sheriff’s deputies attempted to pull a vehicle over for careless and reckless driving as well as a speeding violation. The vehicle did not stop and the pursuit began. During the chase, the suspect vehicle was disabled after it struck two of the pursuing law enforcement vehicles. The driver, 20-year-old Jhamar Dawson of Durham, then reportedly tried to flee on foot but was quickly apprehended. He faces charges including Felony Flee to Elude Arrest and Assault with a Deadly Weapon on Government Officials. Another occupant in the car, 20-year-old Aniyah M. Keith of Durham, was also arrested for charges including Possession of a Stolen Firearm and Possession of Controlled Substances on Jail Premises.
CHARGES:
Reckless Driving to Endanger,
Felony Flee/Elude Arrest,
No Operators License,
Possess Stolen Firearm,
Fail to Wear Seat Belt,
Carrying Concealed Weapon,
Assault with a Deadly Weapon on Government Officials x2,
Possession with Intent to Sell and Deliver,
Possess Paraphernalia Marijuana,
Resisting Public Officer,
Injury to Personal Property.
BOND: $190,000 Secured
CHARGES:
Possess Stolen Firearm,
Carrying Concealed Weapon,
Possession with Intent to Sell and Deliver,
Possess Paraphernalia Marijuana,
Maintaining Vehicle/Dwell/Place CS,
Possess Controlled Substance Jail Premises
BOND: $31,000 Secured
