One Arrested After 12-Mile Chase
Save Email Print
One Arrested After 12-Mile Chase
Police arrested a Central Texas man early Thursday after a 12-mile chase that ended in a foot pursuit.
Reporter: Micah Williams
Font Size:

(January 31, 2008)—Gatesville police arrested one man early Thursday after a 15-mile chase that ended in a foot pursuit.

It started just after 2 a.m. Thursday with the report of a prowler in the 400 block of Bridge Street in Gatesville.

Officers arrived in the area, spotted a speeding vehicle and gave chase.

The car had been reported stolen earlier in Gatesville.

The chase ended 12 miles east of Gatesville when the driver stopped and tried to escape on foot, but officers were able to arrest him.

Two passengers in the vehicle were questioned and then released.

Joe Johnson Barnes, 32, of Gatesville, was charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and evading detention with a vehicle.

He was also named in a warrant charging escape, police said late Thursday afternoon.

More Stories
AP Video
Job of the Week
Click now to see hundreds of other jobs on Job Board TV!


Emergency Room Nurse - Join Metroplex Health System in Killeen as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. Metroplex offers a very competitive hourly wage, comprehensive health coverage and retirement plans. A new pay scale went in to effect in October 09! Join Metroplex in extending the healing ministry of Christ.

Also, take a look at the most recent jobs posted to Job Board TV at KWTX.com: View More Jobs.
KWTX.com Features
Double Dollar Deals
Half Price Deals at Central Texas restaurants and businesses. A new deal every Thursday at 7:00am.
Boss of the Month
Who is Central Texas’ best boss? Nominate your supervisor for Boss of the Month!
Golden Apple
Your chance to nominate an outstanding teacher. Find out how they are making a difference in classrooms.
Emily Wants to Know
Emily Matthews' inquisitive look at life in Central Texas.
Army Way
Learn all about the symbols, traditions, and customs of the US Army.