Driver jumps into Lake Hartwell after running from police

Driver jumps into Lake Hartwell after running from police

LAVONIA, GA (WSPA) - A man was arrested after he jumped into Lake Hartwell in an attempt to escape authorities, according to the Lavonia Police Department and the Hart County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office said during the early hours of Sunday morning, they received a report of a stolen white Subaru Outback from the [...]

Suspect Jumps Into Lake Hartwell After High-Speed Chase in Northeast Georgia - The Central Georgian

LAVONIA, Georgia – The Lavonia Police Department assisted the Georgia State Patrol Sunday during a high-speed pursuit involving a vehicle reported stolen out of Hart County. According to authorities, the pursuit began near Georgia Highway 17 and Pleasant Hill Road with troopers leading the chase. Investigators said speeds exceeded 100 mph as the vehicle traveled along Gerrard Road and Georgia Highway 328, also known as Gumlog Road. While attempt…