Columbus man charged after crash, fleeing police

Authorities say the driver was intoxicated and fled the scene before leading officers on a pursuit.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 6:15am

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A 47-year-old Columbus man has been arrested and charged with resisting law enforcement in a vehicle and other misdemeanors after allegedly causing a crash, fleeing the scene while intoxicated, and then leading police on a pursuit that ended outside the city.

Why it matters

Incidents of impaired driving and reckless behavior on the roads are an ongoing public safety concern in Columbus and across Indiana, often resulting in injuries, property damage, and legal consequences for those involved.

The details

According to the Columbus Police Department, officers were notified of a crash near Carr Hill Road and Merchants Mile around 5:19 pm on Monday. Witnesses reported seeing the driver of a pickup truck, later identified as Clinton Rogers, appear intoxicated and flee the scene. A witness followed the vehicle and pointed it out to police as Rogers was driving the wrong way down Third Street. Instead of stopping, Rogers led officers on a pursuit that ended near State Road 7 and County Road 525E. Police say Rogers appeared intoxicated and a beer can was found in the truck.

  • The crash occurred around 5:19 pm on Monday, January 27, 2026.
  • Rogers was arrested following the pursuit that ended outside the city.

The players

Clinton Rogers

A 47-year-old Columbus resident who was arrested and charged with resisting law enforcement in a vehicle and other misdemeanors.

Columbus Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the initial crash, pursued Rogers, and made the arrest.

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What’s next

Rogers is expected to appear in court in the coming days to face the charges.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for continued vigilance and enforcement around impaired and dangerous driving in the Columbus community to protect public safety.