A Springdale man being investigated by the Fourth Judicial Drug Task Force in connection with distributing methamphetamine rammed an officer's car while police tried to arrest him Tuesday, according to a preliminary arrest report.
Douglas Crowley, 32, was arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms, theft by receiving and hindering apprehension, according to the report.
Police had converged on a motel where Crowley was staying at Futrall Drive and Old Farmington Road in Fayetteville to arrest him in connection with a methamphetamine distribution investigation, according to the report. An officer pulled into the motel parking lot, and Crowley, driving a yellow Chevrolet Camaro, rammed the officer's vehicle, incapacitating both vehicles, the report stated.
Crowley was apprehended following a short foot chase, according to the report. He was found with a large folding knife, methamphetamine, marijuana, prescription painkillers and various pills, according to the report.