I-40 Pursuit Turns Dangerous as Driver Swerves Through Traffic at 100+ MPH

Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVDuBTyVXMAwDTvwvzh1Tjg/join Disclaimer: This video is presented for educational and informational purposes only. The information is based on the Arkansas State Police incident report. The charges listed below are the charges documented in the report and should not be interpreted as a finding of guilt. Description On September 25, 2026, Pope County 911 received multiple calls regarding an aggressive driver traveling westbound on Interstate 40 near the 99-mile marker. Callers reported that a silver Ford Taurus was attempting to force other motorists off the roadway and had struck the rear of another vehicle. Sgt. Brenda Smith of the Arkansas State Police was stationary near the 90-mile marker when she observed the suspect vehicle traveling in the right lane and following another vehicle too closely. When she initiated a traffic stop near the 89-mile marker, the driver moved into the left lane instead of stopping and then rapidly changed lanes again. The pursuit continued with the suspect driving on the shoulder before accelerating to more than 100 MPH and swerving around other motorists. Near the 88 exit, the vehicle moved in front of an 18-wheeler and began to fishtail and slide sideways on the exit ramp. The incident continued into Pottsville, where another officer became involved in the pursuit. The report documents a subsequent search involving multiple law enforcement agencies and additional investigative activity. Watch the full dashcam footage to follow how this dangerous I-40 pursuit unfolded. Incident Details Date: September 25, 2026 Time: Approximately 3:05 PM Location: Interstate 40 Westbound near Mile Marker 89 County: Pope County, Arkansas Area: Pottsville Trooper: Sgt. Brenda Smith Agency: Arkansas State Police, Troop J Badge Number: 427 Vehicle: 2007 Ford Taurus Color: Silver Reported Speed: More than 100 MPH Initial Complaint: Aggressive and reckless driving Other Vehicle Involved: 18-wheeler Vehicle Towed: Yes Towing Service: C&C Wrecker Service Pursuit Highlights - Multiple 911 callers reported an aggressive driver on I-40. - The silver Ford Taurus was reportedly attempting to run other motorists off the roadway. - The vehicle struck the rear of another vehicle. - Sgt. Brenda Smith observed the Taurus near the 90-mile marker. - A traffic stop was initiated near Mile Marker 89. - The driver moved into the left lane instead of stopping. - The vehicle rapidly changed lanes between other motorists. - The suspect drove along the shoulder. - Speeds increased to more than 100 MPH. - The Taurus swerved around traffic. - The vehicle cut in front of an 18-wheeler near Exit 88. - The Taurus began to fishtail and slide sideways on the exit ramp. - The pursuit continued into Pottsville. - Pottsville Police Officer Kyle Jones continued the pursuit. - The vehicle entered a residential yard near River Road. - The suspect then fled on foot. - Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to the area. - A wooded-area search followed. Official Charges According to the report, the suspect was charged with: - 5-54-125(d)(3) — Fleeing — Felony — Vehicle or Conveyance — Substantial Danger of Death - 5-54-125(c) — Fleeing on Foot - 5-65-103 — DWI Drugs - 5-64-443 — Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - 27-50-308 — Reckless Driving - 27-51-302 — Improper Lane Change - 27-53-102 — Leaving Scene Property Damage Crash - 27-51-305 — Following Too Closely The report also states that officers located a small black bag containing drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle, including pill bottles with residue, grinders, pipes, cartridges, and baggies. The report documents observations of possible impairment and field sobriety testing. It states that the subject agreed to a urine test but was unable to provide an adequate sample after multiple attempts. #ArkansasStatePolice #PoliceChase #I40Pursuit