At approximately 1700hrs, A Detective with the Bates County Sheriff's Office was approached by a witness at Casey’s General Store in Adrian, Missouri. The witness reported observing an individual, later identified as Bradley Jones, operating a motorcycle at excessive speeds and in a dangerous manner on I-49, including passing vehicles on the shoulder and between lanes.
The Detective then observed Mr. Jones strike a gas pump screen at the store with his fist. When verbally ordered to stop and approach, Mr. Jones refused to comply and instead fled the scene on his motorcycle.
A pursuit ensued, during which Mr. Jones displayed extreme disregard for public safety. He failed to stop at multiple stop signs, reached speeds of approximately 85 to 100 miles per hour, weaved dangerously through traffic, and exited and re-entered I-49 multiple times. He continued to operate his motorcycle at speeds well over 100 miles per hour and passed vehicles unsafely.
Deputies later located Mr. Jones on County Road 2763. Despite deputies activating emergency lights and sirens, Mr. Jones again failed to yield, instead turning around, driving through a residential driveway, and continuing westbound on E Highway at approximately 100 miles per hour, once again passing dangerously between vehicles.
The pursuit concluded when Mr. Jones's motorcycle either ran out of fuel or became inoperable, at which point he was taken into custody.
Upon returning to Casey’s General Store, the Detective confirmed that the gas pump screen had been broken, rendering the pump inoperable. The store manager estimated the replacement cost for the screen alone to be between $1,000.00 and $1,200.00, not including labor or other expenses.
Sheriff Anderson commends the vigilance of the witness and the swift, professional actions of all deputies involved in apprehending the suspect and ensuring public safety. The Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Adrian Police Department.
Jones was Charged with Felony Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding and Felony Property Damage. Bond was set at $14,500 Cash Only. Jones remains in custody of the Bates County Jail.
