Man arrested; tossed meth

An Atmore man is facing multiple drug charges after being arrested by Poarch police following a vehicle chase where the man allegedly tossed bags containing methamphetamine out the window while being pursued.

Van Skelton II, 42, 550 Taylor Circle, Atmore, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance, attempting to elude, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia and tampering with physical evidence.

Skelton appeared for a bond hearing Friday before District Judge Eric Coale and was issued a $5,000 signature bond and ordered to undergo random drug testing. It was noted Skelton was on probation at the time of his arrest.

Poarch Police Officer Brad Barnhill reported that on Aug. 18, 2020, Skelton was in possession of meth near the intersection of Jack Springs Road and Indian School Road. When Barnhill attempted to make a traffic stop, Skelton fled at a high rate of speed. Warrants were obtained and he was arrested last week.

While in pursuit, Officer Barnhill reported Skelton tossed numerous bags and storage containers containing meth.