CHESTER COUNTY, S.C. — Deputies with the Chester County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man Saturday night following a motorcycle pursuit in the West Chester community. Russell Glenn Smith was taken into custody after authorities discovered approximately 13 grams of suspected methamphetamine hidden in his boot.
The incident began while deputies were conducting an investigation on Pinckney Road. When they attempted to perform a traffic stop, Smith failed to stop the motorcycle and led deputies on a chase through the West Chester area, the sheriff said.
The pursuit traveled along Pinckney Road before ending on Liberty Road, where deputies took Smith into custody. Authorities found the suspected drugs inside a container that was hidden in Smith’s right boot.
Smith has been charged with failure to stop for a blue light, second offense. He also faces a charge of trafficking methamphetamine, 10 to 28 grams, which is a third or subsequent offense, the sheriff said.
According to the Chester County Sheriff’s Office, Smith’s criminal history includes a previous conviction for failing to stop for a blue light. He also has at least two prior drug-related convictions.
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