TELLER COUNTY, Colo. — Two men were arrested in Teller County on multiple felony charges, including assault on a peace officer, after attempting to flee from law enforcement during a traffic stop Monday.
A chase then ensued, in which the suspect vehicle allegedly reached speeds of more than 90 mph and was seen crossing over the double yellow lines into oncoming traffic. Deputies with the Teller County Sheriff’s Office said the driver of the vehicle “also attempted to force Teller County Sheriff vehicles off the roadway.”
Teller County authorities said the downed power pole started a small fire that was quickly extinguished by on-scene deputies. Hintz also has a warrant for flight and escape out of the Colorado Department of Corrections, and two warrants out of El Paso County. Hintz is also currently on probation for marijuana sales and distribution, deputies said.