A 19-year-old is facing felony charges after he allegedly fled from state troopers on a motorcycle at speeds that reached 130 mph across Miami County.
Trevor Rowe, 19, of Walton, was charged with resisting law enforcement, a Level 5 Felony. Rowe also faces 14 additional misdemeanor and traffic infractions that include aggressive driving, competing in a speed contest, no operator's license in possession, speeding and disregarding an official traffic control device.
Court documents state the arrest stemmed from an incident Friday, August 21, when a state trooper observed two motorcycles traveling 130 mph in a 60 mph zone going northbound on U.S. 31.
After the trooper activated his emergency lights, it was reported one of the riders did not stop. A high speed chase ensued, but was later called off due to traffic and safety concerns.
Later that evening a Kawasaki motorcycle was located by a Miami County Sheriff's deputy near Wabash Rd and County Rd 700 E. Police soon identified the rider as Rowe and reported the motorcycle having a license plate registered to a different motorcycle. Rowe was also unable to provide registration or proof of ownership to officers.
Rowe's initial hearing is scheduled for October 20 in Miami County Superior Court.
Two new conditions now eligible for treatment with medical cannabis
Gov. Mike Braun orders flags lowered to half-staff in honor of Dolly Parton
Sumner election petitions available
New housing subdivision moving forward in Vincennes
Parkside Elementary will open next week
Restaurant at Red Hill State Park under new ownership
Bridgeport Water boil order lifted
Lawrence County Chamber recognizes Salyers; have begun executive director search
Lawrence County Board hears about data centers and the county jail
Parkside Elementary opening delayed again
Knox County's Clayton Newton earns honors at the Indiana State Fair
Indiana launches emergency program for veterans impacted by historical flooding
Illinois State Police deploy new Bicycle Response Team
Flood warning continues for Wabash River at Vincennes; eastern Lawrence County (ILL.) flooding possible
IDOT teaming with GWRPC to get public travel input
Indiana Gov. Braun secures federal assistance, provides update on statewide storm response
