Deputy T.J. Madden of the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office charged James Kevin Beaver, age 43, Majestic Drive in Old Fort, with fleeing to elude arrest, assault on a law enforcement officer and resisting a public officer.
At 4:26 p.m. on Tuesday, March 16, Madden attempted to stop Beaver’s Honda on Summey Road in Old Fort. Beaver was driving with a revoked license and violated multiple traffic laws.
The driver led Madden on a pursuit to Souther Road in Old Fort, where he jumped from the vehicle and fled on foot. The deputy chased Beaver into the woods and apprehended him.
While trying to take Beaver into custody, he became combative and assaulted Madden.
