The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when a east bound 2024 Dodge Ram driven by 36 year Brandon G. Swartz of Joplin, Missouri was fleeing from police at a high rate of speed when he traveled off the right side of the roadway, struck a fence and farm implement.
Brandon G. Swartz sustained moderate injuries and he was transported to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment.
Mr. Swartz was arrested on the following charges 1.) Felony resisting arrest 2.) Felony 3rd degree assault (special victim) 3.) Driving while intoxicated.
After receiving medical attention Mr. Swartz was booked into the Bates County Jail in Butler on a 24 hour hold with more charges pending at this time.
Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
