WMOK (Metropolis, IL) A manhunt that began earlier this afternoon in Massac County has concluded without incident, following a tense chase followed by a manhunt, the event spanned several hours. The situation unfolded after a vehicle was reported stolen in McCracken County, prompting law enforcement to act quickly as the suspect traveled toward Metropolis on I-24.
Chief Harry Masse of the Metropolis Police Department successfully maneuvered through traffic congestion caused by ongoing construction work on the interstate to engage in pursuit. At times, speeds reached up to 100 mph. The suspect took the Big Bay exit and continued the chase onto Route 145.
The pursuit escalated when the suspect crashed the stolen vehicle near Michael’s Equipment, leading to a foot chase. Local law enforcement promptly requested assistance from the Illinois State Police, who dispatched canine units to the area. A staging area was set up for coordinated efforts.
Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor issued a statement advising residents to avoid the area of Route 145 and Marion Road while the manhunt was in progress. Residents were urged to lock their doors and vehicles and report any suspicious activity to 911.
At approximately 4:27 PM, the Massac County Sheriff’s Office announced that deputies had located and apprehended the suspect, identified as 30-year-old Robert Browning. Browning was booked into the Massac County Detention Center, where he faces charges related to the stolen vehicle, along with multiple out-of-state warrants.
Stay tuned to WMOK for more as the story as we follow up on Friday.
And Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor joins WMOK for our Coffee Break program on Tuesday August 12, following the 8am WMOK News Check.
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