“At this time, no injuries were reported to law enforcement, nor has the person that Checklick Jr. struck with his vehicle been identified by law enforcement,” said the Culpeper Police Department.

He added that Checklick Jr. has a supportive family, including a brother in the military. The judge denied the request and ordered him held without bond. Checklick Jr. is due back in court Aug. 4.

Joseph Checklick Jr., 21, is in custody for driving an SUV through a protest crowd in Virginia, but more charges may follow if any injuries are reported.

Joseph R. Checklick Jr. was arrested after police said he intentionally drove into protesters in Culpeper, Virginia on June 14.

Checklick, who faces a charge of reckless driving, appeared before a magistrate. He was being held without bond at the Culpeper County Jail. Police said Checklick may face addtional charges.

Police say Joseph R. Checklick Jr, 21, of Culpeper intentionally accelerated into a crowd of protesters near James Madison Highway Saturday afternoon. Officials say he struck at least one person ...

Checklick, who faces a charge of reckless driving, appeared before a magistrate. He was being held without bond at the Culpeper County Jail. Police said Checklick may face additional charges.