A Jefferson City man is facing multiple charges after a chase with authorities Friday.
Malcolm Mayes, 24, is charged with tampering with physical evidence, resisting arrest, driving while revoked, leaving the scene of an accident, careless and imprudent driving, and possession of a controlled substance.
At 4:59 p.m. Friday, Mayes was being followed by a detective who was conducting enforcement in the Old Munichburg area, according to a Jefferson City Police Department probable cause statement. The detective believed Mayes was involved in illegal behavior, and at the intersection of Missouri Boulevard and Dunklin Street Mayes allegedly cut off a car, committing a lane violation.
An officer pulled in behind Mayes in the 100 block of East Dunklin Street; and, in the 300 block of East Dunklin Street, the officer reportedly activated his emergency lights. Mayes allegedly turned onto the 700 block of Monroe Street and accelerated, going south. Speeds reached 82 mph as the pursuit approached the intersection of Stadium Boulevard. Mayes continued through a red light at the intersection.
The chase continued past Jefferson City Medical Group, and the officer pursing Mayes reported seeing the driver side window lowered and something thrown out.
The chase went through the intersection of West Edgewood Drive, and Mayes allegedly went through another red light.
Near the roundabout with Hyde Park Road, Mayes allegedly began "shaking a brown purse-like bag, emptying what appeared to be drugs," according to police. Later, officers went back to collect what they could out of the roadway and could collect only small amounts of marijuana after the traffic flow destroyed most of the contents of the bag.
Near the entrance to Target on West Stadium Boulevard, Mayes reportedly crossed into oncoming traffic and jumped out of the vehicle. Mayes' vehicle collided with an oncoming vehicle.
The officer following Mayes was carrying a K-9 unit. K-9 Drax was sent to chase Mayes and was able to go the approximately 100-yard gap between the officer and Mayes, taking Mayes into custody. Mayes was later treated at a local hospital for injuries he received during his apprehension by the dog.