HOPKINS COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — Madisonville man arrested following crash and short police chase on foot in Hopkins County.

Hopkins County Sheriff's Office said 31-year-old Matthew Fisher faces multiple charges including driving under the influence of alcohol, escape, and fleeing police.

According to deputies, Fisher was westbound on Cross Street in Mortons Gap when he lost control of the car and struck the northside of a home along South Elm Street. No one was injured in the crash.

When deputies attempted to take Fisher into custody, he fled on foot. He was arrested a yard away from the crash after a brief chase.

He remains in Hopkins County Jail on no bond. He will be in court on September 12th.

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