Two Indianapolis Men Arrested After Vehicle Pursuit in Fishers

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Patrick Alexander

Lee Flegal

Two men from Indianapolis are facing multiple charges, including auto theft and drug-related offenses, after a brief vehicle and foot pursuit in Fishers on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.

Fishers Police Department (FPD) officers spotted a black GMC Yukon, suspected to be stolen, and confirmed the vehicle’s status. When officers attempted to pull the vehicle over, the driver refused to stop, leading to a brief vehicle pursuit. After a short chase, the suspects abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot.

Lee Flegal, one of the suspects, was apprehended following a brief foot chase. The second suspect, Patrick Alexander, was found hiding in a nearby dumpster and was also taken into custody without further incident.

Upon searching the stolen vehicle, police say they discovered drug paraphernalia, including syringes and glass pipes.

Patrick Alexander faces several serious charges, including:

  • Auto Theft (Level 5 and Level 6 felonies)
  • Conversion (Level 5 felony)
  • Resisting Law Enforcement (Level 6 felony and Class A misdemeanor)
  • Unlawful Possession of a Syringe (Level 6 felony)
  • Maintaining a Common Nuisance – Controlled Substances (Level 6 felony)
  • Reckless Driving (Class C misdemeanor)

Lee Flegal was charged with:

  • Unauthorized Entry of a Motor Vehicle (Level 6 felony)
  • Unlawful Possession of a Syringe (Level 6 felony)
  • Resisting Law Enforcement (Class A misdemeanor)

Both men remain in custody as the investigation continues.