BUCYRUS—New details on a high-speed chase involving a motorist and the Bucyrus City Police have been received. According to the release, neither the police car or the vehicle it was pursuing crashed. According to the news release, both vehicles were disabled because of tire issues:
On April 1, 2022, at 7:30 PM, Edward A Puryear, 35, was observed driving on S Sandusky Ave near Oakwood Ave by Ofc Devin Wireman. Officer Wireman knew Puryear from past incidents and had knowledge that Puryear has suspended driving privileges and an active warrant. Officer Wireman attempted to stop Puryear, at which time Puryear fled in his car. A pursuit ensued through the South end of Bucyrus and left the city on Marion Rd. Puryear turned West on Mt Zion Rd, at which time a tire on his vehicle shredded.
Puryear continued fleeing on three tires and one exposed rim. Puryear attempted to turn North onto Shupp Rd, at which time his vehicle spun out, and Puryear fled on foot. Officer Douglas McDonald was able to pursue Puryear on foot into the woods, where he was apprehended without further incident.
There was no traffic crash. However, Puryear’s vehicle was disabled due to losing a tire and driving on the exposed rim. Bucyrus Police cruiser number 42 also got a flat tire during the pursuit.
Both vehicles were towed by Hensley Towing. Puryear was taken to the Crawford County jail to be held for his warrant and for failure to comply.
The case will be referred to the Crawford County Prosecutor’s Office. The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office and the Ohio State Highway Patrol assisted the Bucyrus Police Department.