Pursued driver found hiding in creek

The Walhalla police chased a black Ford 150 from a WN Broad Street intersection, along the Highlands Highway, to a gravel road off the Playground Road and found the driver hiding in a creek.  The police say they were pursued the driver during the 8 o’clock hour last night after a police officer observed the pickup truck crossing double center lines and disregarding the safety of others.  The suspect was jailed on charges of failing to stop for blue lights, reckless driving, and driving under suspension second offense.  The police officer received assistance from the Oconee Sheriff’s Office.