Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office / Thomas ClaxtonA man led Hamilton County deputies on a chase early Monday morning before crashing into a garage and hiding inside before being arrested, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Thomas Claxton, 28, faces charges including evading arrest, aggravated kidnapping and burglary, driving under the influence and possessing drug paraphernalia. He was also charged with traffic violations including speeding and running stop signs.
According to a sworn law enforcement affidavit in support of his arrest, there were two people in the car with Claxton during the chase.
A deputy saw Claxton’s car at a Mapco gas station near North Hickory Valley Road and Highway 58 around 3:30 a.m. Monday, according to a news release.