West Memphis, AR – A Monday morning police pursuit through West Memphis ended with the arrest of an 18-year-old suspect wanted on multiple felony warrants, according to authorities.
The incident began around 11:30 a.m. on October 20, when the Memphis Police Department reportedly tracked a stolen Hyundai Genesis crossing into West Memphis. The West Memphis Police Department (WMPD) located the vehicle and initiated a pursuit, with Arkansas State Police (ASP) troopers joining to assist.
Police say the chase continued through city streets until the suspect’s vehicle crashed near 7th and Barton Streets. After regaining control, the driver allegedly tried to flee again before troopers executed a Tactical Vehicle Intervention (TVI), disabling the vehicle.
The driver, identified as Rodarious Terrell Johnson, 18, of West Memphis, was taken into custody. Investigators recovered a firearm from inside the car, ASP said.
According to police, Johnson was wanted on multiple felony warrants tied to a July 10, 2025, incident involving attempted murder, aggravated robbery, terroristic acts, and vehicle theft.
He was booked into the Crittenden County Detention Center, where he faces new charges including battery, fleeing, robbery, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms, and endangering the welfare of a minor, officials said.
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