Two people were arrested Wednesday after attempting to elude Police.
Deputy Gregory Hopkins, with Casey Co. Sheriff's Office, initiated a traffic stop on a 2000 Buick, traveling north on KY 1547 at a high rate of speed. The Buick fled behind a residence. The driver, 20 year old Jacob Eads, of KY 1547, Liberty, and his passenger, 53 year old Daniel John Smith, of Finley Owens Rd., Russell Springs, were found hiding behind a shed.
Mr. Eads refused field sobriety tests due to medical reasons. He was charged with DUI, Speeding, Fleeing/Evading Police-Motor Vehicle, & Driving on a DUI Suspended OL. Eads was also served with a warrant for Criminal Trespassing.
Mr. Smith was served with a warrant for Theft by Unlawful Taking-under $500.
Both men were lodged in the Casey County Jail.