MORGAN COUNTY, Tenn. — A Knoxville man was arrested after shooting at officers and deputies during a pursuit Thursday night, according to the Morgan County Sheriff's Office.
51-year-old Floyd Allen Dalton Jr., who was driving a 1999 Dodge truck, was spotted driving recklessly at a Wartburg Sonic at around 10 p.m., according to MCSO.
Dalton struck a Wartburg Police Officer vehicle driven by Captain Micheal Cox and a high-speed pursuit began. During the pursuit, Dalton began shooting at pursuing officers, MCSO said.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol, THP Aviation Unit and the Anderson County Sheriff's Office joined in the pursuit once it proceeded into the New River area near the Anderson County line, according to MCSO.
The pursuit ended after Dalton's truck became stuck. He ran into the woods where he fired at law enforcement again, MCSO said.
After several minutes, Deputy David Ayers was able to convince Dalton to surrender after he had threatened suicide. He was booked into the Morgan County Sheriff's Detention Facility, MCSO said.
The incident is still under investigation and charges will be announced later Friday.
"We are thankful no one was injured in this incident. It had the makings of it, but with the careful considerations of the public and proper necessary actions of all involved, we were able to peacefully take Dalton into custody. Deputy Ayers is to be commended for his calm counsel to resolve this matter. Additionally, we appreciate the assistance and support of THP and the Anderson County Sheriff's Office. These partners remain steadfast in their response and assistance to this office and Morgan County anytime they are called upon to do so," Morgan County Sheriff Wayne Potter said.
In May, The Knox County Sheriff's Office said Dalton was arrested for shooting at deputies during a traffic stop.