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Russell County: Police release trail video images of suspect who fled traffic stop

Crystal Graham
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Images courtesy Virginia State Police

A man on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle is wanted after fleeing a traffic stop on Sunday in Russell County.

A Virginia State Police trooper attempted to stop the Screaming Eagle motorcycle at 11:05 a.m. after reckless driving by the operator. The trooper also reported helmet and registration violations.

The attempted stop occurred in the area of Moccasin Ridge Road and Route 71. 

The motorcyclist did not stop, and a pursuit was initiated. During the pursuit, the motorcycle became disabled in the area of Clinch Mountain Road, and the motorcyclist fled on foot.

Images of the motorcycle operator were captured on a trail camera.

Anyone with information is asked to email Virginia State Police at [email protected] or the call the Virginia State Police Area 28 office at (276) 964-4477.

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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]

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