Two people were airlifted to a regional hospital with serious injuries following a dramatic crash Tuesday, according to White County Sheriff’s Department. The incident began when a deputy attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by 38-year-old Daniel Carlisle, who fled the scene.
While deputies attempted to keep Carlisle in sight, the vehicle reportedly crossed 5th Street onto Shipley and went airborne at a high rate of speed before coming to a violent stop after striking a tree. Authorities say Carlisle was driving without a valid license, the vehicle displayed unlawful registration, and narcotics were found inside.
Both Carlisle and a female passenger sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries, according to White County Ambulance personnel. The pair were airlifted from the scene for further treatment.
Carlisle has a history of meth-related charges and was most recently arrested in June of this year. He was out on pre-trial release after multiple delays in his case and had tested positive for drugs as recently as November. Carlisle was scheduled for a pre-trial hearing in January.
Law enforcement continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash and additional charges are expected.