Laurel County Sheriff’s Office: DUI Arrest at Traffic Stop

Laurel County Sheriff John Root is reporting that: Deputy Joey Robinson arrested Chase Terrell age 29 of Jeffersonville, Ky early Saturday morning May 25, 2019 approximately 6:55 AM. The arrest occurred off East Cumberland Gap Pkwy., approximately 11 miles South of London after Deputy Robinson conducted a traffic stop on a maroon colored Honda Pilot that was traveling 73 mph in a 45 mph zone. The Vehicle made a turn without signaling and was weaving on the roadway when it finally suddenly stopped on the emergency lane. Deputy Robinson detected the odor of alcoholic beverages emitting from the driver and conducted an investigation determining that he was under the influence. Upon arrest, this individual resisted and ripped Deputy Robinson’s uniform shirt but was finally placed in the police car where he continued to resist and kick the back window of the police cruiser. This individual was charged with speeding – more than 26 mph over the speed limit; operating a motor vehicle under the influence – first offense; failure to wear seatbelts; resisting arrest; and other violations. This individual was lodged in the Laurel County detention center. Photo of accused attached is courtesy of the Laurel County detention center.