Floyd County Man Arrested After High Speed Chase on Route 850

Kentucky State Police arrested 41 year old Jeffery Lumpkins of Hueysville following a high speed pursuit on Route 850 on November 12, 2025, according to a WYMT report published that day. Troopers observed a red sport utility vehicle traveling on the wrong side of the road as it approached a curve, and officers say the driver failed to yield to emergency signals and nearly struck another vehicle. Troopers reportedly clocked the SUV at 78 mph in a posted 55 mph zone. Lumpkins was charged with multiple counts of fleeing police and wanton endangerment, and was taken to the Floyd County Jail.

The pursuit took place on a portion of Route 850 used by residents commuting between towns in eastern Kentucky. Local drivers often encounter narrow lanes, sharp curves, and changing weather conditions that can make high speed maneuvers particularly dangerous. The report indicates that law enforcement intervention was prompted by both the vehicle's travel on the wrong side of the road and the potential for a collision, elevating the incident beyond a routine traffic stop.

For Perry County residents, the episode highlights a set of practical concerns. Many commuters, school bus routes, and local freight movements traverse county lines on two lane roads where oncoming traffic must negotiate curves and limited sight lines. A vehicle traveling at the speeds reported in this case reduces the time available for other drivers to react, increases the severity of potential crashes, and can place first responders at risk during pursuit and apprehension. The presence of a nearby county jail in Floyd County means the arrested individual was processed outside Perry County, but the community impact in terms of public safety and emergency resource allocation remains local.

Incidents such as this also raise questions about intercounty coordination and the resources available to rural law enforcement agencies. Residents may see increased patrols or targeted enforcement on routes known for speed related incidents in the days following such arrests. Drivers are encouraged to exercise caution, obey posted speed limits, and report dangerous driving to authorities when it is safe to do so.

The WYMT account published November 12 provides the primary reporting on the event. Kentucky State Police handled the response and the case remains a reminder of the need for vigilance on rural highways that connect Perry County to neighboring jurisdictions.