Calloway County man loses control of vehicle amid pursuit, deputies say

MURRAY, Ky. – One man is facing charges after allegedly fleeing law enforcement in Calloway County.

According to a social media post by the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office, around 2 a.m. Sunday, deputies attempted a traffic stop on Pottertown Road when a vehicle fled.

Authorities say the driver, identified as 21-year-old Jonathan Gwaltney of Murray, accelerated, reaching over 85 miles per hour before losing control into several trees on Poplar Springs Road.

Deputies say Gwaltney was assisted from the vehicle as it caught fire.

Calloway County Fire Rescue responded and extinguished the flames.

According to deputies, Gwaltney was transported by ambulance to Murray-Calloway County Hospital for treatment of injuries sustained in the crash.

Gwaltney is believed to have been under the influence of alcohol, authorities say.

Gwaltney was cited on multiple charges, including first-degree fleeing or evading police, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, first offense, and speeding 26 miles per hour or more over the speed limit.