‘Star Wars’ actor Jake Lloyd arrested after car chase

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‘Star Wars’ actor Jake Lloyd arrested after car chase
Jake is known for playing the young Anakin Skywalker in ‘Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace’

MANILA, Philippines – Jake Lloyd, who played the young Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace, was arrested last Wednesday, June 17 in South Carolina following a police car chase, reported TMZ.

YOUNG ANAKIN. Jake as Anakin Skywalker in 'Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace.' Screengrab from YouTube

According to report from E! Online, a police spokesperson said that they received a report from the Charleston County office that “the car was speeding and passed over double yellow lines.” The police also said that Jake was going over 100 miles per hour. 

According to the police spokesperson, Jake faces charges of reckless driving, driving without a license, and resisting arrest. He is due in court in July. 

After his role in Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace, Jake appeared in Jingle All The Way. He also continued to appear as Anakin in several video games. and was last seen in 2005’s Madison. – Rappler.com

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