Man faces multiple charges after dangerous high-speed chase, police say

A man was taken into custody Tuesday evening after speeding and fleeing from an attempted traffic stop, according to police.

According to Kentucky State Police, 25-year-old Kaden Albarado was spotted driving more than 100 mph in a 70 mph zone. When an officer attempted to pull him over, Albarado exited through a rest area before merging back onto the highway.

Police say Albarado then accelerated to 136 mph, weaving between lanes at high speed around other vehicles without signaling. He exited onto Georgetown Road, crossed the median, and drove against oncoming traffic, officials said. During the pursuit, his front driver-side tire became damaged and disabled.

Albarado continued driving despite the disabled tire, and police say this caused damage to the roadway, with repair costs exceeding $500.

Police say Albarado then turned onto Leestown Road and kept driving against oncoming traffic, putting two other drivers at risk. He later merged onto New Circle Road and then onto Versailles Road. According to authorities, he made a right turn before his vehicle became inoperable.

Police say Albarado attempted to flee on foot but eventually lost his balance and fell onto the roadway. During the fall, he dropped a handgun and what officers suspected to be marijuana. Officials say Albarado is prohibited from possessing firearms due to an active domestic violence order.

Albarado was taken into custody and, according to police, refused all substance testing. The arresting officer reported smelling alcohol and marijuana on his breath. When officers searched the vehicle, they say they found a handgun magazine, marijuana, and open alcoholic beverages.

Albarado is facing a list of charges after the incident:

1. Speeding 26 mph over the speed limit
2. Reckless driving
3. Fleeing or evading police (motor vehicle) – first degree
4. Fleeing or evading police – third degree
5. Criminal mischief – first degree
6. Possession of marijuana (enhancement)
7. Violation of a Kentucky EPO/DVO
8. Operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or other substances – first degree under aggravated circumstances
9. Wanton endangerment – first degree