A man from Cartersville is accused of attempting to flee from authorities by swimming across a lake. Authorities claim he jumped into Weiss Lake in an effort to avoid arrest. The incident occurred while Alabama deputies were trying to apprehend him.

Details of the events surrounding the attempted escape are limited, but it is known that the man entered the lake to try to evade capture. Further information about the incident can be found through the original source.

The man's actions led to accusations of trying to flee from law enforcement, with the specifics of the situation available from the source.