For Immediate Release: November 8, 2023
LPD Seeking Wanted Man after Crash and Pursuit
LYNCHBURG, Va. — The Lynchburg Police Department (LPD) is searching for Sherman A. Morris (46) of Lynchburg after he fled officers early this morning.
At approximately 3:27 a.m. LPD officers identified Morris who was a passenger in a red Nissan Xterra that was parked at the 7-Eleven on Fort Avenue (VA tag TZT-2847).
When LPD officers attempted to take him into custody, Morris resisted arrest, got in the driver’s seat, and fled in the Nissan SUV after hitting a parked car and an LPD Police Vehicle. Morris fled north towards downtown on Fort Avenue and has not been located.
Morris was originally wanted for Contempt of Court/Failure to Appear, Possession of a Firearm and/or Ammunition by a Convicted Felon, Trespassing, and Petit Larceny.
The following charges were obtained as a result of today’s incident:
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Three Counts of Assault on Law Enforcement Officer
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Grand Larceny of a Vehicle
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Felony Property Damage
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Felony Elude Police
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Obstruction of Justice
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Driving While Revoked
The LPD is actively seeking Morris and the red Nissan Xterra. If either Morris or the vehicle is observed, do not approach and call 9-1-1. Tips can be anonymously reported through Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. Enter a tip online at http://p3tips.com or use the P3 app on a mobile device. Up to a 1,000-dollar reward is available through the Crime Stoppers program for information.
Any additional information will be released as an update to this news release.
