Woman arrested for kidnapping, evading arrest after fleeing police

Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office

A woman has been arrested after fleeing the police on June 11, 2026.

The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) says a deputy located a stolen vehicle traveling on Interstate 75.

The deputy attempted to conduct a traffic stop near exit 7, but the vehicle refused to stop, initiating a vehicle pursuit into Bradley County at a high rate of speed.

They say spike strips were successfully deployed, terminating the pursuit.

The driver was identified as Nikki Conley, who was searched in custody, and deputies recovered 7.1 grams of fentanyl.

The vehicle’s passenger called dispatchers during the pursuit, stating they were trying to persuade Conley to stop the vehicle, but she was refusing, according to the HCSO.

Conley faces the following charges:

• Evading Arrest
• Reckless Endangerment
• Kidnapping
• Theft of Property
• Contraband in a Penal Institution
• Possession of Drugs for Resale

Conley also has active warrants out of Georgia.