Police apprehend stolen vehicle suspect

On Thursday, Feb. 9, at approximately 11:49 a.m., the Siloam Springs Police Department responded to a stolen vehicle report at 2 B's Auto Sales in Siloam Springs. Initial investigation revealed a male subject, later identified as 25-year-old, Jeremy Labby, from Rose, Okla., stole a vehicle and left the business on U.S. Highway 412.

Siloam Springs Police Department Officers began searching for the vehicle and gathering information when Siloam Springs Central Communications was advised that the West Siloam Springs, Okla., Police Department located the vehicle.

The West Siloam Springs Police Department attempted to stop the vehicle, which led to a short pursuit at which point the vehicle crashed. Jeremy Labby was transported to a medical facility for treatment and later released to police custody where he was charged with felony theft of property.

The investigation remains active and no additional information is being released at this time.

General News on 02/11/2017