Beech Tree News Network

On November 9th the Morgantown Police Department received a complaint around 5:00am regarding the theft of a Green River Waste, garbage truck located at the Jumping Jack's Shell Station on Hwy 231.  While Officer James Embry was investigating the incident, the stolen vehicle appeared back at the location and proceeded to leave the area.  Officer Embry attempted initiating a traffic stop on the vehicle, but the suspect did not stop and turned onto the William Natcher Parkway headed southbound.  He traveled three to four miles and then turned around and headed back toward Morgantown.  The suspect finally came to a stop and was taken into custody.  The accused Russell D. Colbert was arrested, charged with numerous charges, and lodged in the Butler County Jail.  Charges include theft by unlawful taking (auto), wanton endangerment police officer first degree, fleeing or evading police, first, and DUI.  Bond was set at $5,000 cash and his court appearance will be November 10th.