A Minden man faces multiple charges after allegedly leading police on a two-mile pursuit through city streets before crashing into a tree, injuring his passenger.
Alonzo Kanard Combs Jr., 26, of Minden, was arrested November 6 on charges of first-offense driving while intoxicated, aggravated flight from an officer, vehicular negligent injuring, and speeding.
According to a Minden Police Department report, an officer patrolling Shreveport Road observed a 2015 Genesis traveling 55 mph in a posted 40 mph zone at approximately 9:40 PM.
The officer activated emergency lights and siren, but Combs allegedly refused to stop, leading police on a pursuit covering approximately two miles and several streets.
During the chase, Combs reportedly passed another vehicle in a no-passing zone, ran a stop sign, and reached speeds exceeding 60 mph in a posted 25 mph zone.
The pursuit ended when Combs lost control of the vehicle, left the roadway, and struck a tree. He then reportedly exited the vehicle and ran into nearby woods.
Police located Combs and took him into custody.
A passenger remained inside the vehicle following the crash. Emergency medical personnel evaluated the passenger, who reportedly suffered an injured foot and an abrasion to the head after striking the windshield during the collision.
After being advised of his Miranda rights, Combs allegedly told officers he fled because he did not want to get in trouble with his mother.
At the police station, officers reported detecting a strong odor of alcohol on Combs’ breath and observing that his eyes were glassy. He reportedly performed poorly on field sobriety tests.
A subsequent chemical test indicated a blood alcohol concentration of 0.129%, above Louisiana’s legal limit of 0.08% for drivers 21 and older.
Combs also reportedly admitted drinking two shots of Fireball before driving.
He was booked on the four charges following the incident.
All subjects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.