COLUMBUS, Ind. — A Washington, Indiana man was arrested on multiple charges after he attempted to flee from Columbus police officers on Saturday evening.
At approximately 8:10 p.m., CPD officers observed Anthony Duncan, 58 riding a
bicycle near 11th Street and Union Street. Officers confirmed a warrant for Duncan’s arrest and attempted to make contact with him, however, he fled the area, said Lt. Matt Harris, Columbus Police Department spokesman.
Duncan was spotted a short time later near a home in the 1400 block of Cottage Avenue. A foot chase ensued and Duncan was taken into custody moments later. The officers located drugs and drug paraphernalia in Duncan’s clothing while searching him incident to arrest, Harris said.
Duncan was transported to the Bartholomew County Jail where he was remanded on the following preliminary charges:
— Bartholomew County arrest warrant
Possession of methamphetamine
Possession of marijuana
Possession of drug paraphernalia
Resisting law enforcement
