Dragnet out for man who led deputies on two-county chase

(Ripley/Jennings Counties, IN) – Police in Ripley and Jennings counties are on the lookout for a man who led them on a chase Sunday afternoon.

Ripley County deputies assisted the Jennings County Sheriff’s Office in the chase involving a stolen vehicle that was eastbound on US 50.

Authorities say the unidentified man ditched the vehicle in Versailles after Ripley County Sheriff’s deputies successfully disabled it with Stop Sticks.

You’re asked to be on the lookout for a thin, black male with short dreadlocks last seen wearing a black shirt.

If you have any information, call Ripley County Dispatch at (812) 689-5555.

Deputies say if you see the suspect, don’t approach him but immediately call 9-1-1.