OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Oklahoma Freeway Patrol Troopers launched extra particulars in regards to the suspect behind the wheel throughout Thursday’s high-speed chase by way of Southeast Oklahoma Metropolis.
“We heard this ‘BOOM,’ proper? And stated, ‘What was that?'” stated witness Omar Mestanza. “So, we went outdoors and see all of that. It seems to be like a twister went by way of.”
OHP Troopers stated 30-year-old Vicente Alexander plowed by way of Southeast forty fourth and Excessive and slammed into an harmless bystander’s automobile.
“I believe he is a complete fool, I am sorry to say that,” stated Mestanza. “However, like I say, [he could have killed] youngsters. You by no means know who can be strolling round.”
Troopers stated a home name in Spencer become a high-speed chase.
“OHP is now behind this automobile. We’re doing about 80,” stated Information 4 Chopper Pilot Mason Dunn throughout the chase.
OHP joined within the pursuit when the suspect hit I-35, weaving by way of visitors, barreling by way of building, avoiding tactical maneuvers and escaping officers on all sides by ramming into patrol vehicles.
“[Troopers] had been capable of get the man boxed in, however he was extraordinarily persistent leaving the scene,” stated Capt. John Paul with OHP.
Video exhibits the suspect flooring it whereas fleeing officers and heading for Southeast forty fourth, then slamming right into a purple pickup.
“It was an especially tense state of affairs for a couple of minutes,” stated the captain.
OHP stated Alexander’s automotive was not working after the crash, so he took off on foot and headed in the direction of Mestanza’s store.
“I solely noticed one police officer coming, so I used to be going to deal with him proper there. However, once I circled, there have been extra law enforcement officials proper right here.”
Mestanza stated even the pleasant store canine leaped into motion to assist police and latched onto the suspect’s leg.
“When he walks round, he do not hassle no one! He is actual pleasant canine,” stated Mestanza. “I do not know the way he got here alive at that minute although!”
Officers swarmed across the suspect and positioned him beneath arrest. Video exhibits Omar and his crew clapping and celebrating the take down.
“The law enforcement officials did an actual good job. They appearing like they presupposed to, in order that’s nice!” Mestanza instructed KFOR.
OHP stated a 3.80 Caliber Pistol was found within the suspect’s automobile.
“We expect there could also be some psychological points concerned,” stated Capt. John Paul. “In all probability extremely agitated resulting from no matter, no matter drama he had happening in his life.”
KFOR couldn’t discover a felony report for Alexander.
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