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Police search for motorcyclist in Interstate 81 pursuit on Christmas Day

Crystal Graham
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A motorcyclist involved in a pursuit on Interstate 81 in Augusta County on Christmas Day is wanted by Virginia State Police.

Police are asking for the public’s help identifying the person involved.

At 2:35 p.m., a trooper attempted to stop the motorcyclist at the 225 mile marker on I-81 north for reckless driving. The person refused to stop, and a pursuit was initiated.

The motorcyclist was able to successfully elude the trooper. Police believe the motorcyclist exited the interstate at exit 240, went south on Route 11, stopped for fuel and then drove on I-81 southbound. The operator passed a second VSP trooper, allegedly while driving recklessly again, and exited at exit 220.

The motorcyclist was wearing a black full-face helmet, a red and black hooded sweatshirt, grey sweatpants and tennis shoes.

The motorcycle did not have a tag displayed and had multi-colored LED strip lights located above the rear wheel. The vehicle is bluish or black in color.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Virginia State Police Division 3 dispatch at (540) 444-7778 or email [email protected].

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]