Crime & Safety
Lorton Man Crashes After Leading Police on Chase
Police say he was driving on a suspended license and after crashing, broke into a home to try to get rid of illegal drugs.

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA -- Police say a Lorton man led them on a chase and crashed his car Friday night.
The incident took place near Pole Road and Keeler Street Friday at about 7:17 p.m. Officers from the Neighborhood Patrol Unit observed a man who they knew to be a suspended driver, operating a vehicle, according to police.
A traffic stop was initiated and the driver failed to stop and fled, police said. The driver struck a parked vehicle and fled on foot, with officers in pursuit, according to police.
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The suspect then broke into a residence and allegedly attempted to destroy narcotics, police said.
Officers arrested Torrance Hill, 33, of Lorton and transported him to the adult detention center, where he was charged with speeding to elude, burglary, and possession with intent to distribute marijuana.
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PHOTO: Torrance Hill photo courtesy of FCPD
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