Graves County, Ky.–A Wingo man who was driving his three-year-old child on the gas tank of his motorcycle was arrested for possession of meth and child endangerment Sunday. When Graves Co. Sheriff’s deputies first attempted to arrest him, the man took off running, leaving his child behind, and scuffled with officers.
Around 4:10 p.m., Deputy Larry Jones observed a man operate a motorcycle on Ky Hwy 1748 near Pryorsburg with a three-year- old child sitting and riding on the gas tank. The motorcycle had no valid license plate.
According to the press release, at some point during the contact, Bradley took off running and abandoned the child. A foot chase ensued and the suspect threw a set of electronic scales that later field tested positive for Methamphetamine.
A taser had to be deployed to take the suspect into custody. Deputy Jones only suffered minor injuries from the altercation.
The child’s mother was contacted and came and took custody of the child.
Arrested: Bradley, Chad E. age 45 of Wingo, Ky
Charges: 1st Degree Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree (On Child)
Possession of Methamphetamine
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Tampering with Physical Evidence
No Motorcycle License
No registration Plate
No Insurance
The suspect was transported and lodged at the Warren County Kentucky Jail.