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Vine Grove Today
By the People, for the People
Leitchfield Man Faces Over 20 Charges After 3-County Police Chase
Suspect Chad A. Clemons led officers on a high-speed pursuit through multiple jurisdictions before being apprehended.
Mar. 23, 2026 at 5:30pm
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A 35-year-old Leitchfield, Kentucky man is facing over 20 criminal charges after leading police on a high-speed chase that spanned three counties. The incident began when a Leitchfield officer attempted to stop Clemons' Ford F-250 for an illegible license plate, leading to a 30-minute pursuit reaching speeds up to 90 mph through Breckinridge, Hardin, and Grayson counties before Clemons was finally arrested.
Why it matters
This case highlights the dangers of high-speed police chases and the challenges law enforcement faces in apprehending repeat offenders. Clemons had a history of prior convictions for burglary, drug possession, and other crimes, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in preventing recidivism.
The details
According to the arrest citation, the chase began when a Leitchfield officer spotted Clemons' Ford F-250 with an illegible license plate. Clemons allegedly fled at speeds between 50-90 mph, nearly striking other vehicles, and throwing an object out the window. The pursuit crossed into Breckinridge and Hardin counties before a supervisor called it off near Eastview. Kentucky State Police and a Hardin County deputy then picked up the chase, which continued at high speeds on Leitchfield Road before Clemons drove off the road and into a field, where he was eventually found hiding in a thicket and arrested.
- The incident began around 10:30 pm on March 12, 2026.
- The 30-minute chase passed through Breckinridge, Hardin, and Grayson counties.
- Clemons was convicted in Grayson County in April 2023 for burglary and fleeing police.
- In July 2022, Clemons was convicted in Grayson County on two counts of methamphetamine possession.
- In March 2022, Clemons was convicted in Grayson County for methamphetamine possession.
The players
Chad A. Clemons
A 35-year-old Leitchfield, Kentucky resident with a history of prior convictions for burglary, drug possession, and other crimes.
Leitchfield Police Department
The law enforcement agency that initiated the pursuit of Clemons.
Kentucky State Police
The state police agency that joined the pursuit after it crossed county lines.
Hardin County Sheriff's Office
The county law enforcement agency that assisted in the chase and apprehension of Clemons.
Vine Grove Police Department
The local police department that used a thermal drone to help locate Clemons after he fled on foot.
What’s next
Clemons will face a judge to determine if he will be granted bail as he awaits trial on the over 20 charges he is facing.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the need for more effective interventions to address recidivism and prevent dangerous high-speed pursuits that put the public at risk. Policymakers and law enforcement must work together to find solutions that balance public safety with compassionate approaches to criminal justice.
