Man Gets Life For Attempted Murder Of Deputy During Chase Ending On Nine Mile Road
February 28, 2020
An Escambia County man has been sentenced to life in prison for opening fire on deputies during a wild 10-mile long high speed chase that ended on Nine Mile Road.
Christopher Michael Chancey of Ten Mile Road was convicted by an Escambia County jury of attempted second degree murder with a firearm on a law enforcement officer, three counts of attempted manslaughter by act and one count of fleeing or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer in an agency vehicle with siren and lights activated. For the attempted second degree murder with a firearm on a law enforcement officer charge, the jury also found that chancey discharged a firearm and was in actual possession of a firearm.
A deputy attempted to stop a 2003 Dodge Dakota driven by Chancey at the intersection of Jackson Street and Old Corry Field Road after an improper lane change in October 2018. The vehicle accelerated away, passing other vehicles in no passing zones. The deputy turned off his emergency lights and discontinued the attempted traffic stop.
A second deputy observed the vehicle slide out of a parking lot and turn northbound on New Warrington Road at a high rate of speed. The deputy attempted a traffic stop as someone fired a weapon at him from the vehicle. The deputy reported seeing the muzzle flash and hearing the gunfire, at which time he swerved his patrol vehicle to avoid being shot. Multiple deputies joined in the chase.
At Fairfield Drive and South Dakota Street, additional shots were fired at deputies. Chancery then turned on W Street and then onto Pensacola Boulevard. On Pensacola Boulevard, the vehicle continued northbound in the southbound lanes. Deputies continue to purse the vehicle as it turned eastbound onto Nine Mile Road.
At the intersection of Nine Mile Road and Old Palafox, a deputy ended the chase by using the PIT-maneuver. The driver, later identified as Chancey, ran from truck. He was taken into custody at gunpoint after a brief foot chase.
A search of the vehicle revealed numerous bullet holes in the rear glass of the vehicle and a hole in the tailgate. A 9mm handgun was found on the ground outside the driver’s door of the pickup with an empty magazine and chamber. A second unloaded 9mm magazine was on the driver’s seat.
Chancey has several prior convictions including convictions for possession with intent to sell pseudoephedrine, sell, manufacture, deliver or possess a controlled substance with the intent to sell, manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, unlawful possession of listed chemical, driving while license revoked pursuant to habitual offender, burglary of unoccupied dwelling, grand theft, pawnbroker transaction fraud, possession of controlled substance, resisting officer without violence as well as several other counts.
Chase images are from a low quality reader submitted video for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Go West! Jim Allen Elementary School Fourth Grade Presents Program
February 28, 2020
The Jim Allen Elementary School fourth grade presented “Go West!” to the school Thursday morning and had an encore presentation Thursday night for parents and family members. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate Beats Navarre Times Three; Northview Beats The Hoboes 17-3
February 28, 2020
The Tate Aggie beat Navarre in varsity, junior varsity and freshmen baseball Thursday, and Northview beat the Hoboes of Laurel Hill.
Tate 1, Navarre 0 (9 innings)
The Tate Aggie shut out Navarre 1-0 Thursday night.
Three Aggie pitchers – Josiah Glodfelter, Sam Shackle and Ethan George — combined for 18 strikeouts
Glodfelter, Chase Tolbert, Zak Licastro, Jadon Fryman and Cole Fryman each had one hit for the Aggies.
Tate 0, Navarre 0 (JV)
In junior varsity action, Tate and Navarre played to a 0-0 tie in seven innings
Tate 13, Navarre 0 (Freshmen)
Northview 17, Laurel Hill 3
The Northview Chiefs beat the Laurel Hill Hoboes 17-3 in a run-ruled shortened game Thursday night in Laurel Hill.
Ben Wilson earned the win for the Chiefs, allowing four hits and three runs in five innings while striking out eight.
Jamarkus Jefferson led Northview at the plate with four runs. For Northview: Jefferson 2-4, 2R, 4RBI; Bryce Korinchak 2-3, 3R; Logan Bryan R, RBI; Dalton Burke 1-2, 3R, RBI; Adam Aliff 2-5, R, 2RBI; Logan English 1-3, RBI; Kaden Odom 1-3, 1R; Rustin Pope R; Bradley Freeman R; Wilson R; Logan Misner; 3R.
Who’s Got Spirit? The Tate Aggies Do. And They Earned $1,000 For It.
February 28, 2020
Jersey Mike’s Subs presented $1,000 to the athletic department at Tate High School Thursday for a being a Most Spirited School. The Tate cheerleaders, basketball players, softball players and baseball players were on hand for the presentation. Each athlete received a free Jersey Mike’s sub, bag of a chips and a cookie as part of the celebration. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate Girls Tennis Remains Undefeated With 7-0 Win Over Navarre
February 28, 2020
The Tate High School varsity girls tennis team remained undefeated after a Thursday win over Navarre.
Up next, it’s a matchup between the top of the district from last year as district champ Gulf Breeze takes on district runner-up Tate Friday night.
File photo.
Memorial Service Set For PPD Officer Stephen Grogan
February 28, 2020
A memorial service for Pensacola Police Officer Stephen Grogan has been announced.
The service will be held on Thursday, March 5 at 12:30 at Olive Baptist Church in Pensacola.
Grogan passed away with his family by his side Tuesday morning after a battle with a rare brain cancer. He was 34.
Photo courtesy Pensacola Police Department for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
One Charged, More Arrests To Come In Social Media Shooting Threat Against Middle School In Atmore
February 27, 2020
One juvenile has been arrested in connection with a social media threat against Escambia County Middle School in Atmore, Escambia County Sheriff Heath Jackson confirmed. Jackson said more juvenile arrests are expected to come.
The name of the juvenile arrested Thursday morning has not been released as the investigation continues.
There was a strong law enforcement presence at Escambia County Middle School in Atmore on Thursday in response to an alleged threat made on social media on Wednesday.
In a post widely shared, someone wrote that “I will be shooting up the shooting up the school tomorrow I will hurt everybody”, and it continues with a list of student names and the name of a staff member (redacted from the image).
“We are aware of the threats that have been made in reference to the Escambia County Middle School,” the Escambia County (AL) Sheriff’s Office responded. “Our office, along with the Atmore Police Department are addressing this issue and will have a strong law enforcement presence at the schools tomorrow.”
The Escambia County (AL) Schools acknowledged the threat, saying that there will be Escambia County deputies and Atmore police officers on campus “to provide security and support”, and that school staff will have extra safety measures in place. The school district also vowed that law enforcement will continue to investigate until the responsible persons are located.
“Ensuring the safety of our students and staff remains our top priority and we will continue close communication with local law enforcement,” the school district posted.
Anyone with information on the threat is asked to call the Escambia County (AL) Sheriff’s Office at (251) 867-0304 or the Atmore Police Department at (251) 368-9141.
NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Train Derailment In Flomaton: No Injuries
February 27, 2020
Two cars of northbound CSX train derailed in Flomaton Wednesday evening.
It happened at the College Street crossing, not far from Flomaton Elementary School. Both railcars were empty and remained upright.
There were no injuries and no hazards to the public, according to officials.
“We are very blessed for the incident to have occurred as it has with no injuries,” Flomaton Police Chief Chance Thompson said.
The College Street crossing remained closed for hours awaiting the arrival of equipment and the removal of the railcars.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Northview Celebrates National FFA Week With Breakfast
February 27, 2020
FFA members at Northview High School are celebrating National FFA Week with a variety of events.
Wednesday morning, the FFA officers and members prepared a homestyle breakfast for teachers to thank them for their support. Northview’s FFA program has been recognized as one of the top chapters in both the state and the nation.
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Frost Possible Tonight; Lows In The Lower 30s
February 27, 2020
With winds becoming light and overnight lows tonight dipping down into the lower half of the 30’s for much of the area north of I-10, there is potential for the development of patchy frost. Be prepared to protect your cold sensitive outdoor plants.
Here is your official North Escambia are forecast:
Tonight: Clear, with a low around 32. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 62. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Clear, with a low around 39. West wind around 5 mph.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 64. West wind around 5 mph.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 40. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 68. Light southeast wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. South wind around 5 mph.
Monday: A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 72. South wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.
Tuesday: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77.
Tuesday Night: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Wednesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74.