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Houston PD-Car Split in Half

Nov. 4, 2020

A suspect crashed into a vehicle while trying to evade police.

HOUSTON, TX-During a pursuit, a suspect crashed into a vehicle while trying to evade police. This happened Monday and resulted in the injuries of two women and a driver of another vehicle.

The pursuit began when police witnessed a Mercedes run a red light and attempted to pull the car over. The driver fled, driving up to 100 mph. The pursuit lasted a few more minutes when the suspect crashed into a vehicle, cutting off the back end of that car. The suspect then attempted to run on foot but was caught by police.

The suspect will be charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and evading in a motor vehicle.

About the Author

Hilary Rodela

Hilary Rodela is currently a Surveillance Officer, a former Private Investigator, a former Crime Scene Investigator, and Evidence Technician. She worked for the Ruidoso (NM) Police Department as well as the Lubbock (TX) Police Department. She has written for several public safety publications and has extensive law enforcement and forensic training and is pursuing forensic expertise in various disciplines. Hilary is a freelance public safety writer and curriculum developer for the National Investigative Training Academy.