VCPD1Valley City  (CSi)  Valley City Police report a chase on Sunday led to the arrest of 37 year old Shelton Ard

The senario started when Valley City Police Officer Major Hopp observed and verified a passenger wanted on an existing Warrant of Arrest and attempted to stop a truck.

 Officer Hopp attempted to approach the vehicle when  Ard exited the truck and ran through a field in the 1100 block of 5th Avenue Northeast. Officers  gave chase and issued commands for Ard to stop, eventually overtaking Ard into custody without incident.

After Ard was taken  into custody, his path was retraced by officials who found three plastic bags containing what is believed to be marijuana. During the booking process Ard was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver, Possession of a Controlled Substance and Fleeing on Foot.

 He also has an outstanding Warrant of Arrest for failing to pay child support.

Polic Chief Thompson said the investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information about this case is asked to call 701-845-3110.