Two Arrested After Vehicle Pursuit in Jefferson County

Suspects face charges including felony fleeing, drug and firearm possession

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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Arkansas State Police Troopers arrested two suspects, Aliyah Long and John Moya Jr., following a vehicle pursuit in Jefferson County that led to the recovery of a felony amount of narcotics and a modified firearm. The pursuit ended at a Dollar General store, where the passengers fled inside but were quickly apprehended with assistance from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.

Why it matters

Vehicle pursuits pose a significant risk to public safety, and the recovery of illegal drugs and modified firearms is concerning for the local community. This incident highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to address drug-related crimes and remove dangerous weapons from the streets.

The details

Shortly after 8:30 a.m., Troopers attempted to stop a vehicle that fled from North Hutchinson Street onto Dollarway Road. The pursuit ended at a Dollar General on North Haley Street, where the passengers in the vehicle ran inside the store but were quickly apprehended. Troopers arrested Aliyah Long, 20, of Pine Bluff, and John Moya Jr., 19, of Monticello. Moya currently has active felony warrants. During the investigation, Troopers recovered a modified 20-gauge shotgun that had been thrown from the suspect vehicle during the pursuit, and they also seized approximately 19.6 grams of cocaine, drug paraphernalia, and ammunition.

  • The pursuit occurred on Thursday, February 26, 2026, shortly after 8:30 a.m.

The players

Aliyah Long

A 20-year-old resident of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, who was arrested during the vehicle pursuit.

John Moya Jr.

A 19-year-old resident of Monticello, Arkansas, who was arrested during the vehicle pursuit and has active felony warrants.

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What’s next

The suspects face charges including Felony Fleeing, Simultaneous Possession of Drugs and a Firearm, and Felony Tampering with Physical Evidence.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to address drug-related crimes and remove dangerous weapons from the streets, while also emphasizing the risks posed by vehicle pursuits to public safety.