Anthony LaChris Beeman, 26 of Rome, was arrested this week after crashing into Holy Trinity Lutheran Church on Garden Lakes Blvd and then fleeing the scene.

Reports said that Beeman crashed into the side of the building and fled the scene before police arrived.

After locating the vehicle, officers said that Beeman initially refused to pull over for them

After finally stopping, police said that they detected a strong odor of alcohol, and slurred speech, from Beeman.

Beeman is charged with hit and run, DUI, attempting to elude police, reckless driving and driving on a suspended license.