Area authorities made an arrest after a low-speed pursuit on Wednesday, November 3.

A release from the Pettis County Sheriff’s Department says at approximately 3:30 a.m., the Pettis County K9 Unit was conducting surveillance on a residence in the area of Route H and Mockbee/Fowler Streets in reference to illegal drug activity.

A short time later, Pettis County deputies and the K9 Unit observed a vehicle fitting the description of a vehicle that had been reported coming and going during all hours of the night. The Pettis County K9 Unit attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the vehicle, and the driver fled at a low rate of speed- approximately 30 mph.

The driver eventually stopped and was taken into custody. Authorities say the driver was found to be in possession of 11 grams of methamphetamine and a digital scale; was driving while revoked; and had two active warrants for his arrest, one of which is a no-bond probation/parole violation.

The driver was placed on a 24-hour hold pending formal charges. Charges being sought include: possession with the intent to deliver; felony driving while revoked; and felony resisting arrest.

Per KMMO policy, the name of the suspect will not be released until formal charges are filed.

If you have information regarding illegal drug activity, you can contact Pettis County Joint Communications at (660) 826-8100 or the Pettis County Tips hot line at (660) 827-TIPS (827-8477).