A high-speed pursuit that began in Washington County ended with a fiery crash and multiple felony charges on Sunday.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reports that deputies attempted a traffic stop Sunday afternoon near Ainsworth after spotting a silver Chevy Impala without license plates traveling at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour. The driver fled, prompting a multi-agency pursuit.
Authorities say the vehicle ultimately crashed in Louisa County and caught fire. The car was confirmed to be stolen from Cedar Rapids.
The driver, identified as 30-year-old Victor Richard Hughes of Cedar Rapids, was taken into custody. He faces numerous charges, including felony eluding, operating while intoxicated first offense, driving under suspension, possession of a controlled substance, reckless driving, theft, misuse of 911, and multiple traffic violations.
Hughes was transported to and booked into the Washington County Jail. No injuries were reported.
All charges are accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.