Matthew James Johnson, 42 of Rome, was arrested this week after reports said he was found with drugs after leading police on a high speed chase along GA 101, 411, Chateau Drive and Deon Avenue.
Police said that they initiated the traffic stop after they discovered that he was driving on a suspended license. It was then Johnson sped away while weaving in and out of oncoming traffic and passing other vehicles on the shoulder.
After stopping, Johnson was allegedly found in possession of meth and to have been driving while under the influence of meth and alcohol.
Police added that they also located a digital scale and an opened container of vodka.
Reports went on to say that Johnson told police that he consumed appx 3 grams of meth in an attempt to destroy evidence. d
Johnson is charged with attempting to elude police, passing on a shoulder, stop sign violation, speeding, reckless, improper lane change, failure to maintain lane, DUI, driving on a suspended license, possession of drug related objects, tampering with evidence, possession of meth and open container violation.
