A Howard County man is facing several charges after trying to flee from law enforcement.
Around 9:00 p.m., August 30, an Indiana State trooper was patrolling on Markland Avenue near Market Street when he attempted to stop a GMC for failure to stay within the lane. ISP also had reason to believe the driver, later identified as Steven D. Armfield, 58, from Kokomo, did not possess a valid drivers license. The GMC failed to stop and led law enforcement on a pursuit through Kokomo for approximately 6-8 blocks.
During the investigation, Lieutenant Zeiser gathered information leading to the belief that Armfield was under the influence. Armfield was transported to an area hospital for a certified test before being transported to the Howard County Jail.
A subsequent search of the GMC revealed suspected methamphetamine, cocaine, legend drug, and drug paraphernalia.
As a result of the pursuit and ensuing investigation, Armfield was preliminarily charged with:
Dealing Methamphetamine – Level 2 Felony
Possession of Methamphetamine – Level 4 Felony
Dealing Cocaine – Level 4 Felony
Possession of Cocaine – Level 6 Felony
Dealing of Legend Drug – Level 6 Felony
Possession of a Legend Drug – Level 6 Felony
Resisting Law Enforcement with a Vehicle – Level 6 Felony
Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Class A Misdemeanor
Possession of Paraphernalia – Class C Misdemeanor
Violation of Conditions – Class C Misdemeanor
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