High-Speed Chase From Henry County Ends in Dramatic Buckhead Crash and Arrest
ATLANTA, GA. — A late-night multi-county police pursuit that began after a reported shooting in Henry County ended in chaos Tuesday night after the suspect’s vehicle flipped over in Buckhead, leading to an arrest near Piedmont Hospital, according to the Clayton County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies said the chase started after officers identified a vehicle matching a “be on the lookout” alert tied to the Henry County shooting investigation. When they attempted to pull the suspect over, the driver refused, sparking a high-speed pursuit north on Interstate 75.
Police Chase Crosses Multiple Counties Before Ending in Buckhead
During the chase, officials said the suspect’s car hit another vehicle before reaching Interstate 20 and continued toward downtown Atlanta. Once inside the city, the driver collided with three additional cars on Peachtree Street, causing widespread damage before the vehicle overturned near Collier Drive.
Witnesses described a chaotic scene as police and emergency crews flooded the area near Piedmont Hospital. The suspect was taken into custody shortly after the crash, while responding deputies confirmed that no law enforcement officers were injured.
Investigation Ongoing Into Henry County Shooting
Authorities have not released details about the shooting incident that prompted the pursuit, and the suspect’s name has not been made public. Officials have also not confirmed how many people were injured in the series of crashes or if any weapons were found inside the suspect’s vehicle.
The suspect is expected to face multiple felony charges, including fleeing and attempting to elude police, reckless driving, and possible assault related to the original shooting case.
Residents Describe Chaos in Buckhead
Residents and bystanders recounted hearing the loud crash as the chase came to an end near Collier Drive. “It sounded like an explosion,” said one witness. “Then suddenly there were sirens and flashing lights everywhere.”
The Clayton County Sheriff’s Office, Henry County Police, and Atlanta Police Department are jointly investigating the case to determine what led to the initial shooting and subsequent pursuit.
Anyone with information or dashcam footage from the chase route is urged to contact the Clayton County Sheriff’s Office.
Residents in Atlanta and the surrounding counties who witnessed the chase or have safety concerns about high-speed pursuits are invited to share their thoughts at SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
