Police chase ends in Lavonia Cemetery

On Tuesday evening, a woman was apprehended following a pursuit initiated by the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office, which concluded in Georgia.

The incident was triggered around 6:10 p.m. near Westminster when law enforcement attempted to halt a vehicle. However, the driver did not comply. The deputies reported that the driver eventually entered the southbound lane of I-85, crossing into Georgia. The pursuit continued until the driver exited at Lavonia via exit 173.

The chase came to an end when the driver collided with several graves in the Lavonia Cemetery, as stated by the Lavonia Police Department. After a brief on-foot pursuit, officers confirmed the woman’s apprehension.

We’re working to learn more about this investigation, including the suspect’s identity and what caused deputies to initially attempt to stop the vehicle.