What We Know: A man from Springfield is facing several charges after what police say began as a routine traffic stop and ended with a foot chase and struggle with officers.
What’s Next: Terrence Courtney Jr. has been charged with possession of a controlled substance, resisting arrest and driving while revoked, according to court records filed in Greene County.
It happened shortly after midnight on Monday when a Springfield police officer spotted a blue Ford Bronco with expired Texas license plates.
Police attempted a traffic stop, but the vehicle continued for several blocks before eventually pulling over on Douglas Avenue.
A struggle followed as officers tried to take him into custody.
Police said Courtney grabbed at an officer’s baton and continued resisting before he was eventually restrained and arrested.
During a search, officers reported finding a small bag containing about 0.5 grams of methamphetamine.
Court records show Courtney’s driving privileges had been revoked.
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