Two Montgomery residents have been arrested following a high-speed chase in Millbrook on Friday.
On June 13, Millbrook police attempted to stop 27-year-old Montgomery resident Anastasia T. Philpot for a traffic violation at the intersection of Alabama 143 and Alabama River Parkway. Authorities said Philpot allegedly sped in her 2022 Nissan sedan eastbound on Alabama River Parkway to evade being stopped, allegedly at speeds of up to 100 miles per hour.
Philpot allegedly made a U-turn upon reaching the toll bridge on Alabama River Parkway to continue westbound at allegedly speeds of up to 100 miles per hour.
Once heading westbound, Philpot allegedly nearly struck another vehicle, then lost control of the car. The chase ended with Philpot’s vehicle leaving the roadway and striking a power pole and guidewire.
Alabama Power has since repaired the damaged powerline, as the initial damage caused a power outage in the immediate area.
Philpot was taken into custody with no incident or injury at the scene, but her passenger, 21-year-old Montgomery resident Jasmyn J. Johnson, allegedly fled on foot. Johnson was arrested outside of a nearby business.
Philpot has been charged with felony attempting to elude and reckless endangerment, while Johnson only faces charges of attempting to elude.
Philpot and Johnson were transported to the Millbrook Police Department, where they were processed and later transported to the Elmore County Jail pending bond.
Millbrook police chief P.K. Johnson said that a loaded firearm was recovered from the inside of the vehicle after the chase.
No further information was immediately released while the investigation continues.
Sarah Clifton covers business for the Montgomery Advertiser. You can reach her at sclifton@montgome.gannett.com or follow her on X @sarahgclifton. To support her work, please subscribe to the Montgomery Advertiser.
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