ATLANTA — A Georgia State Patrol chase with a man accused of driving under the influence ended in front of Piedmont Park early Wednesday morning.
Troopers later learned the suspect, 31-year-old Lawrence B. Smith Jr. from Brooklyn, New York, was wanted in another state.
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It started around 4:49 a.m. when a trooper saw a white Volkswagen car speeding at Piedmont Road and Sidney Marcus Blvd. The trooper pulled Smith over, who initially stopped then took off.
Smith ran through several red lights through the city streets, according to GSP.
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When the chase got to 14th Street and Piedmont Ave, Smith hit a curve and crashed off the road in front of Piedmont Park. His car hit metal fences and gates.
Smith ran from the scene, but was arrested moments later, GSP said. Troopers ran his name and learned both his license and registration were suspended. He also had out-of-state warrants.
Smith faces a long list of charges including speeding, felony fleeing, DUI and reckless driving. He is being held in the Fulton County Jail.
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