12-06-2025
WCSO: Jonesborough man attempts to flee drug charges, runs out of gas
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) — A Jonesborough man was arrested on multiple drug charges Wednesday, according to a release from the Washington County, Tennessee, Sheriff's Office (WCSO).
The release said deputies observed a red motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed on Old State Route 34 around 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. The driver allegedly attempted to evade deputies but was apprehended on Bill West Road after it is believed he ran out of gas.
Two Abingdon men arrested after narcotics investigation
During the pursuit, deputies reportedly observed the man throwing items from his pockets. According to the sheriff's office, they then located a purple pill container containing a crystal-like substance believed to be methamphetamine (0.5 grams); a silver pill container containing two pills believed to be Hydrocodone; and a green leafy substance believed to be marijuana (three grams).
The driver was identified as Clark McInturff, 65. He was charged with the following:
Evading Arrest
Manufacture/Delivery/Sell/Possession of Methamphetamine
Driving While in Possession of Methamphetamine
Two counts of Simple Possession/Casual Exchange
Driving on a Revoked License
Expired Registration
He is being held at the Washington County Detention Center on a $24,000 bond.
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