Columbia Police were dispatched to a reported reckless driver on HWY 55 South coming into Columbia on Saturday afternoon. The vehicle was said to have nearly struck oncoming motorists as it proceeded into town. Officers made visual with the truck and trailer and initiated a stop at Dollar General Store on Jamestown Street before the truck could fully enter city limits.
Upon making contact with the operator, it was determined the subject was under the influence and taken into custody. K9 Unit Matt was also utilized for a vehicle search. After running the vehicle and trailer information, both were shown to be reported stolen with the truck stolen from Bullitt County and the trailer stolen in Tennessee.
Jasmin Vricic, 36, of Louisville is facing multiple traffic, and drug charges including DUI. He is also facing felony charges of wanton endangerment 1st degree, receiving stolen property over $10,000 and receiving stolen property under $10,000 for possessing truck and trailer.
Officer Evan Burton was the arresting Officer. He was assisted on scene by Officer Drew Conn.