Bibb County, GA – A routine traffic stop in Bibb County quickly escalated into a foot chase and arrest after a wanted man allegedly attempted to flee from deputies, authorities said Wednesday.
According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, H.E.A.T. Unit Sgt. Reginald Tillman initiated a traffic stop along Eisenhower Parkway after identifying a Hyundai Santa Fe with a suspended registration and no valid insurance. Instead of pulling over, the driver allegedly continued to an apartment complex and ran from the vehicle on foot.
Deputies searched the area and located the suspect hiding inside a nearby shed, where he was taken into custody without further incident, according to the sheriff’s office.
Investigators said the suspect is a 27-year-old male and a convicted felon who was wanted on multiple outstanding warrants at the time of the arrest. A search of the vehicle reportedly uncovered a stolen Glock handgun, a backpack containing individually wrapped drugs, digital scales, and drug packaging materials—items consistent with narcotics distribution.
Authorities confirmed the firearm had been reported stolen. No injuries were reported during the pursuit or arrest.
The suspect was transported to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Center, where he remains in custody. Formal charges are expected to include weapons and drug-related offenses, in addition to violations connected to the attempted escape and outstanding warrants.
Officials credited the arrest to proactive enforcement efforts by the H.E.A.T. Unit, which focuses on reducing violent crime and repeat offenders throughout Bibb County and the greater Macon area.
Anyone with additional information related to this case or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.
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