An Augusta man was arrested Thursday after a brief pursuit in Grovetown.
Grovetown Police Department Sgt. Carroll attempted to stop a vehicle on Katherine Street at Old Wrightsboro Road for an expired tag and no insurance.
Lennie Fraizer, the driver, initially indicated he would pull over before leading officers in short, low-speed pursuit according to the Grovetown Police Department Facebook page.
During the pursuit, Frazier struck a Grovetown Police Department patrol car, causing minor damage to both vehicles, the post said.
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Frazier was stopped at the entrance of Kingston subdivision. He was arrested and charged for suspended registration, no insurance, driving while license suspended, driving under the influence, improper U-turn, felony fleeing and felony procession of marijuana. Frazier also admitted to being intoxicated when fleeing.
According to the Grovetown Police Department, Frazier has a history of driving violations with multiple violations spread across multiple jurisdictions.
“We appreciate the assistance of the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office and the Georgia State Patrol in this incident,” read a statement on the Grovetown Police Department Facebook page.
Chris Rickerson is a staff reporter covering Columbia County government and general assignment topics for The Augusta Press. Reach him at chris@theaugustapress.com.
