A Perry man faces a felony charge after running from police and being caught with drugs early Wednesday.
According to the Perry Police Department, when 30 year-old Zachary Alan Armstrong saw an officer just before 4am he began to run away. The officer ran after the suspect and stopped him near the Progressive Foundry between 1st and 2nd Streets.
The Perry Police Department charged Armstrong with possession of meth – 3rd offense, along with interference with official acts. He also had warrants out for his arrest for operating while intoxicated and public intoxication – 3rd or subsequent offense.
A Dallas County Sheriff’s deputy also responded to assist at the scene.
This is not Armstrong’s first run in with police. He has also been convicted of several charges including theft, burglary, delivering meth to a minor, attempted burglary, possession of a controlled substance, criminal mischief and consumption/intoxication.
Raccoon Valley Radio will bring you more information as it becomes official.