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Authorities say a traffic stop at the Dutch Inn Motel in Collinsville led to a short pursuit and a crash. Reports list charges including felony eluding police and DUI-related offenses. Market: Henry County, VA (Collinsville) Outlet: WSLS Published: 2026-03-07 Source: https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2026/03/07/traffic-stop-leads-to-high-speed-pursuit-in-henry-county/ Notes: Local outlet report referencing sheriff’s office details

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Traffic stop leads to high-speed pursuit in Henry County; DUI-related arrests reported

Traffic stop leads to high-speed pursuit in Henry County; DUI-related arrests reported Crime / Traffic

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2026-03-07

Authorities say a traffic stop at the Dutch Inn Motel in Collinsville led to a short pursuit and a crash. Reports list charges including felony eluding police and DUI-related offenses.

Market: Henry County, VA (Collinsville)
Outlet: WSLS
Published: 2026-03-07
Source: https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2026/03/07/traffic-stop-leads-to-high-speed-pursuit-in-henry-county/
Notes: Local outlet report referencing sheriff’s office details

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