Car chase snarls Interstate 75 in McMinn County

A chase that started in Knox County ended with a vehicle crash more than 60 miles away on Interstate 75 in McMinn County. The crash was near mile marker 36.

The Tennessee Highway Patrol charged Johnny R. Davis, 28, of Crossville, Tenn., with felony evading, reckless driving, speeding and driving on a revoked or suspended drivers license.

The patrol was not the primary investigating agency. Preliminary details indicate the pursuit was initiated by Knox County authorities, according to Sgt. Bill Miller with the Tennessee Highway Patrol.

McMinn County sheriff's deputies declined to comment on the chase or crash.

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