Mobile man arrested after driving away from police, throwing bag of marijuana: MPD – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A man was arrested on Friday night after he refused to stop for police during a traffic stop, which led to a chase, according to officials.

Officers attempted a traffic stop at 8:30 p.m. Friday on Springhill Avenue near Mobile Infirmary, according to a Mobile Police Department news release.

INCIDENT LOCATION:

The vehicle’s driver reportedly did not stop, and a chase began, during which the driver allegedly threw a bag out of the window.

The driver then stopped his vehicle and was taken into custody, but officers were able to locate the bag and discovered a controlled substance inside, according to the release.

There was also marijuana in the car, according to the MPD.