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Officials: Man intentionally rams Houston Co. patrol cars

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Posted at 11:02 PM, Jun 01, 2021
and last updated 2021-06-02 00:02:35-04

HOUSTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WTVF) — Officials say two patrol cars were intentionally damaged in the Houston County Sheriff's office parking lot.

James Hooper was in was in a stolen truck when he rammed two patrol vehicles, according to the sheriff's office.

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James Hooper

Hooper was arrested Tuesday in Montgomery County and charged with theft, evading, resisting arrest, reckless driving, driving on a revoked license and parole violation. Hooper is currently being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $40,000 bond.

Officials say Hooper will also face multiple criminal charges in Houston County.