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Man faces multiple charges after chase in Gluckstadt

By Kaitlin Howell Jan 31, 2025 | 7:56 PM

GLUCKSTADT, Miss. (WJTV) – Gluckstadt police said a man is facing multiple charges after a chase.

According to investigators, officers attempted to stop a vehicle that had been reported stolen on Wednesday, January 29. Police said the driver, who was identified as Tailan Johnson, failed to stop and led them on a brief chase.

The vehicle came to a stop after Madison County deputies spiked the tires, and investigators said Johnson ran away. He was arrested in a wooded area near the Nissan plant. Canton police also assisted at the scene.

Johnson was booked into the Madison County Detention Center. He was charged with felony eluding a police officer, receiving stolen property, possession of paraphernalia, improper tag, careless driving, failure to comply and no insurance.

Tailan Johnson (Courtesy: Gluckstadt Police Dept.)

Johnson’s initial appearance was held on Friday, January 31 in Gluckstadt Municipal Court. His bond was set at $145,000.