A 28-year-old male from unincorporated Clay County was arrested on Monday, February 24, following a physical altercation and a brief vehicle pursuit that resulted in property damage and a DWI arrest.

Earlier in the day, Kearney Police were alerted by Clay County Dispatch about a disturbance between two individuals, which escalated to a vehicle chase heading eastbound on Highway 92 toward the City of Kearney. Officers spotted the vehicles entering the city at 92 Hwy and Nation Road. While one of the vehicles pulled over to speak with officers, the other, a UTV, fled the scene.

The UTV, occupied by a single male driver, veered off the highway and began driving through yards on the south side of the roundabout, causing significant damage to property. After driving through several yards, the UTV returned to Nation Road, continuing south while attempting to evade officers.

A short vehicle pursuit followed until the UTV broke down near NE 140th Terrace. Officers were able to safely apprehend the driver. Clay County Sheriff’s deputies arrived to assist with the investigation of the earlier assault, which had occurred in the county.

During the investigation, a Clay County Traffic Unit Deputy conducted a DWI investigation, leading to the driver’s arrest on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. In addition to DWI, the man faces charges for fleeing from arrest, careless driving, and property damage.

The driver was arrested and transported to the Clay County Detention Center.

KPGZ News – Brian Watts contributed to this story.