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Troopers Catch Suspect with Drugs Following Wild 10-Minute Chase
In a dramatic turn of events last night, law enforcement officers apprehended a suspect who led them on a wild 10-minute chase through city streets. The incident unfolded around 9 PM when troopers noticed a suspicious vehicle swerving erratically and decided to initiate a stop.
The suspect, later identified as 28-year-old Joshua Mendez, refused to pull over and accelerated away from the traffic stop, igniting a high-speed pursuit that spanned several blocks. Eyewitnesses reported seeing Mendez navigate through heavy traffic, narrowly avoiding collisions as he sped down busy roads.
The pursuit, which was captured on police dash cameras, showcased the skills of the pursuing troopers, who maintained their distance while coordinating with dispatch to ensure public safety. “Our primary concern during the chase was the safety of civilians and our officers,” stated Sergeant Lisa Harris, one of the lead troopers on the scene.
After approximately ten minutes, Mendez’s joyride came to an abrupt end when he crashed his vehicle into a parked car. Troopers swiftly surrounded the suspect, apprehending him without further incident. A subsequent search of Mendez’s vehicle revealed a stash of illegal drugs, prompting additional charges against him.
Mendez now faces multiple charges, including drug possession and evading law enforcement. He was taken into custody and is awaiting a court appearance. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during this wild chase, which ended in the safe capture of a suspect and the seizure of dangerous drugs from the streets.
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