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High-Speed Chase in Yancey County Ends with Arrest

High-Speed Chase in Yancey County Concludes with Arrest

YANCEY COUNTY, NC – A high-speed chase concluded in Yancey County last Saturday involving a stolen vehicle from Virginia. The pursuit came to an end when the vehicle collided head-on with a patrol car near Mountain Heritage High School.

As a result of the accident, traffic around the area was temporarily disrupted to allow for an investigation. The highway was reopened to normal traffic approximately four hours later.

The individual involved, Jason Collin Hatcher, 43, from Bristol, Virginia, was apprehended following the incident. He faces charges including Felony Fleeing and Eluding Arrest with a Motor Vehicle, Felony Possession of a Stolen Vehicle, Reckless Driving to Endanger, and Assault on a Government Official or Employee.

Hatcher remains in custody with a bond set at $50,000. Further updates will follow as the case continues.

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Stolen Vehicle Chase in Yancey County Ends in Collision and Road Closure

Stolen Vehicle Chase in Yancey County Ends in Collision and Road Closure

**Yancey County, NC** – A high-speed pursuit involving a stolen vehicle from Virginia took place in Yancey County, culminating near Mountain Heritage High School on US 19E.

The chase ended with a head-on collision between the stolen vehicle and a Yancey County deputy’s patrol car. Shots were fired by the deputy to ensure public safety.

The suspect was apprehended and transferred to Mission Hospital. There were no reported injuries among law enforcement or the public.

The incident has resulted in the closure of the westbound lane of US 19E near Mountain Heritage High School for several hours. Authorities advise drivers to seek alternate routes.

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