Axe-wielding man arrested in Millard County

Axe-wielding man arrested in Millard County

A man is now recovering from exposure after running from police in Millard County Friday morning.

According to a press release from the Millard County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a call that 32-year-old Nathan Hare had a long-handled axe at a residence on Scenic Highway. Hare was yelling outside for the man living inside to come outside around 4 a.m. The homeowner armed himself and Hare left.

A deputy than saw Hare’s car leaving the area and a pursuit started.

After Hare’s tires were spiked hear SR 100 and Highway 50, he fled on foot with his axe.

A perimeter was set up with additional officers and at about 8:45 a.m., Hare surrendered to authorities unarmed.

Hare was booked into the Millard County Jail on felony charges of Aggravated assault and evading, as well as weapon related charges.