Two Columbia residents lead deputies on a pursuit after robbing a business

Around 2 a.m. Saturday Boone County Sheriff’s Department responded to a robbery call at a business located at the 6400 block of West Highway 40.

An employee of the business called 911 after saying they were robbed by a man and a woman. The woman showed a knife, and threatened the employee with it. The male suspect was reportedly armed with a gun.

A deputy saw a vehicle that was driving by that matched the man, and womans description. The deputy attempted to make a traffic stop, but the male driver refused to stop.

A slow speed pursuit took place. The male suspect drove through two yards, damaging a fence in the process, eventually coming to a stop when the vehicle couldn’t move any more.

Both male and female suspects then fled on foot, but deputies were able to catch them. When the female suspect was caught she assaulted the deputy.

The suspects were identified as 45 year old Jerome Jackson and 31 year old Takesha Johnson.

Jerome Jackson was arrested for 1st degree robbery, resisting arrest, leaving the scene of an accident, property damage, driving while suspended, and careless and imprudent driving. His bond is $10,500.00.

Takesha Johnson was arrested for 1st degree robbery, unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action, resisting arrest, 3rd degree assault on a law enforcement officer, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Her bond is $15,000.00