After leading Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department on a vehicle pursuit through two counties, an officer in Stallings observed a vehicle make an illegal turn, and attempted to initiate a traffic stop. Thereafter, the suspect attempted to hit the officer’s vehicle and sped back towards Mecklenburg County. This took place at approximately 1:30 a.m.
According to the police report, the chase extended throughout Stallings, Matthews, and Charlotte, ultimately coming to an end when the suspect’s vehicle finally came to a crashing halt. It is estimated that the police pursued the man for more than 20 miles. The driver is being charged with possession of cocaine, failure to stop for a blue light, speeding to elude arrest, stop sign violation, and a probation violation. Additional charges may also be pending at this time.
