A 34-year-old Newton man landed in the Alexander County Detention Center on Tuesday after what deputies describe as a quick vehicle pursuit that ended with a foot chase and tossed methamphetamine.
Deputies Say 911 Call Sparked Pursuit
According to a news release from the Alexander County Sheriff's Office, deputies were dispatched Tuesday to a 911 report of a possible breaking‑and‑entering. When they arrived, they encountered a vehicle and identified the driver as Michael Meng Vue, 34, of Newton.
Deputies say Vue bolted from the scene on foot as officers moved in. During the brief pursuit, they report seeing him discard what was later identified as methamphetamine before he was taken into custody.
Littering Hazardous Waste Charge Has Local History
In addition to the drug count, the sheriff's release notes that Vue is charged with littering hazardous waste, a charge local authorities have used in past cases when suspects allegedly toss drugs from vehicles.
That approach showed up in a July 2025 Alexander County drug investigation, when deputies added a felony littering hazardous waste charge after suspects were accused of dumping methamphetamine during a pursuit, according to the Taylorsville Times.
List Of Charges And Court Date
The sheriff's post lists multiple charges for Vue. According to the release, he is accused of resisting arrest, possession of methamphetamine, carrying a concealed weapon, damage to personal property and littering hazardous waste.
His first court appearance is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 16, and authorities say he remains in the Alexander County Detention Center pending that hearing. Prosecutors and the sheriff's office have not released additional information about the reported breaking‑and‑entering that sparked the 911 call, according to the Alexander County Sheriff's Office.
What Happens Next In Court
The charges against Vue are allegations, and he is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court. At a first appearance, a judge typically reviews the initial charges, considers bond and other release conditions, and the district attorney's office determines how it intends to move forward with formal filings and prosecution.
