LONDON, Ky. (WYMT) - One man was arrested after driving under the influence on Dec. 5.

It happened as one officer was blocking E. 3rd Street for the London Christmas parade, when a driver reportedly drove around the barrier and onto the sidewalk going toward officers.

The car continued to drive even when told multiple times to stop.

Eventually the car malfunctioned.

When the officer approached the vehicle and told the driver to step out, he fled.

After chasing the vehicle, it eventually stopped.

Jerimie Coffey, 48, of London, was arrested and charged with:

Operating a motor vehicle under the influence

Fleeing or evading police, 3rd degree

Reckless driving

Disregarding signals from officers directing traffic

Failure to wear a seat belt

License to be in possession

Failure of own

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