Johnson County Man Facing Several Charges Following Police Chase

A Johnson County man is facing several charges after fleeing police on a motorcycle and crashing.

Paintsville Police say 56-year-old Robert Combs sped off during a traffic stop and nearly hit a woman standing near an ambulance.

The chase ended when Combs hit a cable and crashed into a picnic table.

He resisted arrest and reportedly kicked an officer.

Due to his injuries, Combs was cited and released by court order.