From Tribune Staff Reports
MOODY, Ala. — A police pursuit that began in Moody, according to Moody Police Chief Reece Smith, resulted in two automobile crashes Monday evening and ended with the arrest of a Homewood man in the Roebuck area.
Moody Police identified the suspect as Jason Moreland, 46, who was booked into the St. Clair County Jail at 6:26 p.m. on Nov. 24, 2025. Moreland was taken into custody after the pursuit traveled through multiple jurisdictions, including Trussville.
According to Trussville Mayor Ben Short, the chase entered Trussville’s jurisdiction along Highway 11, where the Trussville Police Department assisted Moody officers as the pursuit continued toward Jefferson County. Short confirmed that no injuries were reported from the two accidents linked to the chase. Both crashes occurred in the Roebuck area.
According to jail records, Moreland faces the following charges:
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Receiving Stolen Property (RSP) – Possession of a Stolen Vehicle
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Attempting to Elude a Police Officer
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Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
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Illegal Possession of Prescription Drugs
Moreland’s total bond is listed as $9,000.
Officials say additional details will be released as warrants are obtained.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
