Man gave false name after Buckhannon police chase, crash; found with meth, fentanyl and gun

A 25-year-old man was arrested on eight charges following a vehicular pursuit that ended in a crash at Hall Road and Blackford Road, according to police. Officers reported finding a firearm and suspected methamphetamine and fentanyl.

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