(MSC News)--A Topeka man was arrested Tuesday afternoon following a pursuit that originated in Jackson County.
According to a news release issued by Jackson County Sheriff Tim Morse, a Jackson County deputy attempted to stop a red 2007 Yamaha motorcycle that was allegedly driving erratic and speeding near 102nd and US Hwy 75 in southern Jackson County before 2:30 pm.
The motorcyclist continued south into Shawnee County and led law enforcement on a pursuit through northern Shawnee County and into north Topeka.
Kansas Highway Patrol Troopers also assisted with the pursuit.
Law enforcement was able to stop the pursuit while a KHP air unit pursued the motorcyclist by air.
The motorcycle was followed to the 1700 block of NW Taylor where the rider allegedly hid the motorcycle and left on foot.
KHP Troopers, Shawnee County Deputies and the Topeka Police Department assisted with the apprehension of the rider.
The rider, 35-year-old Austin L. Terry, was arrested by Jackson County deputies. Terry was transported to the Jackson County Jail in Holton where he is facing charges of: Flee and eluding law enforcement, reckless driving, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while suspended, no proof of insurance and no registration.
Bond on Terry is pending.
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