Two suspects in custody after police chase on Route 2

MASON COUNTY, W.Va.— Two “armed and dangerous” accused suspects were apprehended after they led police on a vehicle pursuit along Route 2 early Monday morning in Mason County.

Brandon Clark Burton, photo from WCHS TV

According to a social media post from the Mason County Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Managment, Brandon Clark Burton and an unidentified female were taken into custody after the chase resulted in a crash and downed utility lines.

Emergency personnel said that they fled on foot which led to a voluntary shelter in place, which has since been lifted.

No injuries were reported.





More News

News
Bridgeport city council approves resolution set to rename bridge in honor of late U.S. Deputy Marshal
The bridge will be named after Derek Hotsinpiller who was shot and killed in the line of duty in February 2011
May 12, 2025 - 8:00 pm
News
Supreme Court majority declines to answer whether opioid distribution constitutes a public nuisance
The question has been at the crux of litigation in West Virginia over the affects of the opioid epidemic.
May 12, 2025 - 5:33 pm
News
Part of I-77 in Jackson County shut down after dump truck catches fire
Fire reported near the Fairplain exit.
May 12, 2025 - 5:33 pm
News
Healthcare professionals in West Virginia react to Trump administration's move to cut U.S. prescription drug costs
The Trump Administration signed an executive order Monday that could slash drug prices by up to 80% in some cases
May 12, 2025 - 4:50 pm