UNION COUNTY, Tenn. (WOKI / WLVT) — Authorities are searching for a suspect accused of stealing a vehicle in Knox County and leading law enforcement on a multi-county chase before crashing and fleeing on foot in Union County.
According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the incident began around 2:15 a.m. Thursday when a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado was reported stolen in Knox County.
Several hours later, at approximately 1:30 p.m., a THP trooper spotted the stolen vehicle in Claiborne County and attempted a traffic stop.
Investigators said the driver refused to stop and led troopers on a pursuit that crossed county lines into Union County.
The chase came to an end when the suspect crashed the pickup near State Route 33 and Lewis Green Hollow Road in Union County.
After the crash, the driver fled the scene on foot and remains at large.
Authorities said no injuries were reported during the pursuit or crash.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is continuing its investigation into the incident. WVLT News has also reached out to the Union County Sheriff’s Office for additional information.
Anyone with information about the suspect’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact law enforcement.
