Fayetteville man arrested after high-speed chase in Harnett County

Friday, January 2, 2026
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) -- A 24-year-old Fayetteville man is set to appear in court Friday after leading state troopers on a high-speed chase in Harnett County.

Authorities say Charles Hunt Jr. was speeding and refused to stop, eventually crashing into a guardrail in Dunn.

Hunt was arrested after attempting run away. He faces multiple charges, including speeding and reckless driving.

A passenger in the car was also taken into custody.
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