Spotsylvania County, VA – A Fredericksburg man was taken into custody Tuesday, January 20, after deputies say he attempted to flee a traffic stop and used multiple false identities during the encounter.
According to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy observed a white Toyota Camry drive onto a sidewalk while leaving a convenience store. The driver, identified as Jontae Johnson, 31, of Fredericksburg, allegedly tried to evade the deputy by driving through several parking lots before pulling into an apartment complex.
Deputies say Johnson refused to exit the vehicle, attempted to flee, and struggled with officers after they blocked his car. A taser was reportedly deployed when Johnson resisted arrest, and he was later taken into custody without further incident.
Johnson faces multiple charges, including false identification to law enforcement, driving after license forfeiture, eluding police, obstruction, and resisting arrest with threats or force.
The sheriff’s office reported that Johnson and several deputies sustained minor injuries. Johnson was treated at a local hospital before being transported to Rappahannock Regional Jail, where he is being held without bond.
Officials praised deputies for their “quick response, decisive action, and effective de-escalation” of the situation.
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