CANYONVILLE MAN JAILED AFTER FOOT PURSUIT IN CREEK

August 5, 2022 9:30 a.m.

A Canyonville man was jailed after a foot pursuit in a creek Thursday afternoon.

A report from the Myrtle Creek Police said at 4:00 p.m. the 30-year old was arrested after he attempted to elude an officer while on a bike and then tried to run into a creek. The officer was able to take the suspect into custody after a short time.

The suspect was charged with attempting to elude a police officer in a vehicle and on foot, third-degree escape, and for a warrant. He was held without bail.