(La Porte County, IN) - A suspected drunk driver is facing charges in connection with a brief high speed pursuit in northern La Porte County.

About a week ago, La Porte County Police said an officer spotted a speeding vehicle on 1000 North near Indiana 39. The officer turned around and caught up to the westbound vehicle paced at 80 miles per hour.

Police said the suspect picked up speed when the officer activated his flashing lights and siren but stopped a short time later.

Brett Grimes allegedly had a blood alcohol level nearly three times the legal limit.

He’s charged with Level 6 felony resisting law enforcement and Class A misdemeanor operating while intoxicated.

Police said he’s also a suspect in a hit and run crash in the City of La Porte.