JACKSON COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged vehicle theft and other charges.

Just after 4p.m. Sunday, a Jackson County Sheriff’s deputy observed a 2013 Kia sedan allegedly traveling at a high rate of speed, according to Sheriff Tim Morse. The deputy was able to initiate a traffic stop on the vehicle near the intersection of K-16 and US Hwy 75 in Holton.

The vehicle had been reported stolen from Kansas City, Missouri. The driver, Christian Detry Royce Chardon, 21, of Topeka was arrested for being in possession of felony-stolen property, driving under the influence, driving while suspended.

Chardon also had an outstanding warrant for vehicle theft from Douglas County.

Chardon is currently being held in the Jackson County Jail. He has previous convictions for theft, interference with law enforcement and a third conviction for flee or attempt to flee and  elude law enforcement, according to the Kansas Department of Corrections.