A Jamestown man arrested after running from police Thursday.

Russell Springs Police Officer Lucas Justice observed a Toyota passenger car, driven by Michael Colyer. Officer Justice knew that Coyler had an active warrant for his arrest. Coyler began to evade Officer Justice and committed multiple traffic violations.  

Michael Colyer, age 35 was apprehended after a short foot pursuit. He was located hiding in the back of a building. 

Michael Coyler was lodged in the Russell Co. Jail on charges of Disregarding a Stop Sign, Fleeing or Evading Police, 2nd Degree (Motor Vehicle & On Foot), Burglary 3rd Degree, Driving on Expired Operators License, Bribery of a Public Servant, Failure to Notify Adrs Change to Dept of Transportation, and Reckless Driving. 

Michael Coyler was also served with an outstanding warrant. 

Officer Lucas Justice was assisted on scene by Russell Springs Interim Police Chief Melissa Taylor, Kentucky State Police Trooper Billy Begley, and Russel County Sheriff’s Deputy Ronnie Golden and K9 Yogi.