You're going to get shot. PUT IT DOWN. >> HEY, adrenaline junkies. Welcome to Police Chase. Today, we're kicking off a brand new series, When people Mess with the Wrong Cops, where every dumb move instantly triggers justice mode. All right, let's dive in. You're going TO GET SHOT. PUT IT DOWN. GO. >> PUT IT DOWN. >> On July 4th, 2025, at approximately 12:20 p.m. in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA, officers responded to a home on South Branch Drive, SW, after 21-year-old Jerry Baldonado requested assistance regarding a family dispute. >> Police department Okay, please. >> As officer Dominic Sanchez approached the front door, he clearly identified himself as a police officer. Moments later, Baldonado opened the door holding what appeared to be a handgun. In situations like this, officers often have only seconds to assess what they are seeing. Could anyone be completely certain under that kind of pressure? >> Put it down. PUT IT DOWN. PUT IT DOWN. PUT it down. You're going to GET SHOT. PUT IT DOWN. PUT IT DOWN. PUT IT DOWN. >> PUT IT DOWN. HANDS UP. HANDS UP. >> Believing there was an immediate threat, Sanchez responded with force. Baldonado was injured and later taken for medical treatment. Body cam footage later revealed that the object was actually an airsoft BB gun. The video also showed Baldonado smiling and switching the replica between hands shortly before the encounter escalated. A woman inside the home reportedly shouted that it was a toy, though officers stated they did not hear the warning. >> Through the air, shots fired. Shots fired. >> Roll on your stomach. >> That's a [ __ ] pirate. >> Roll on YOUR STOMACH. >> YOU THINK LIFE IS A JOKE? >> ROLL ON your stomach. >> Baldonado remained hospitalized while recovering from his injuries. Investigators later reviewed his background, including previous unusual emergency calls and documented developmental challenges. The incident remains under review as authorities determine whether policies were properly followed. It serves as a powerful reminder that a single misunderstanding [music] can change the course of an ordinary day in an instant. >> Roll on your stomach. >> You're [ __ ] stupid. >> Roll on your stomach. >> Oh my god. On July 12th, 2025 in Amherst, New York, USA, officers were dispatched to a residence on North Bailey Avenue following reports of a domestic disturbance. Before arriving, they learned that the individual involved, 26-year-old Rayquel Grant, had two active warrants. What began as a routine response would soon unfold at a breathtaking pace. >> You like to take off running? if you want anything service. >> Lieutenant Matthew Labuglio and Officer Aiden Bangalov attempted to contact Grant from outside the residence, but only moments later Grant suddenly emerged from a rear window. He was holding two knives and immediately rushed toward the officers. In situations like these, every second matters and every decision carries weight. >> Officer Vanelov sustained injuries to his arm and shoulder during the encounter. Lieutenant Labuglio attempted to stop the advance with a taser, but the effort was unsuccessful. As the situation continued to escalate, Vanelov managed to create some distance, and the officers responded to bring the confrontation under control. Investigators later reported that only about six seconds passed from the moment Grant emerged from the window until the critical incident reached its peak. >> Shots fired. We have one suspect down. >> Once the danger had been contained, the officers immediately shifted their focus to providing aid. Medical kits were brought to the scene. Emergency assistance was requested and first aid efforts began within moments. Both Grant and Officer Vanelov were transported to the hospital for treatment. The incident serves as a reminder of how quickly a call for service can transform [music] into a life-changing event, leaving lasting consequences for everyone involved. >> Have to do a seal sweep. >> Y check it out. Hold on. On April 21st, 2025, shortly before 10:00 a.m. in Concord in San Jose, California, USA, two suspects entered the Diablo Valley Federal Credit Union on Detroit Avenue and threatened employees with a firearm before leaving with stolen money. What followed was not just an escape attempt, but a chain of dangerous events stretching across multiple cities and highways. Where'd he go? where I'm trying to car accident. Hey, let me see your >> As the suspects left the area, Concord police quickly located their vehicle. Instead of stopping, the driver accelerated away, triggering a lengthy pursuit southbound on Interstate 680. Heavy traffic soon turned the situation even more chaotic. When the suspect's vehicle became disabled, they forced two separate drivers out of their cars and continued fleeing. >> Stalled out. >> We got a mask on. We're flipping a U-turn. Going back on Sage. Uh, sorry, my bad. No, I'm back on Lundy. Southbound Lundy. Southbound Lundy. Occupied times one. Uh, he's got a mask on. I couldn't really see if there was anybody else in the car, but it looks like he's soloed. What about 70 mph? >> The pursuit eventually reached San Jose where the second stolen vehicle collided with another car and could go no further. >> Just TC with somebody right in front of 880. >> Suspect's two suspects running. >> Both suspects then fled on foot. One of them, later identified as 29-year-old Cruz Vargas, was seen carrying a handgun that investigators later described as illegally modified and equipped with a large capacity magazine. Officers continued pursuing him through the area and observed him attempting to take another vehicle. At that moment, an officer intervened, bringing the pursuit to an end. Vargas was taken into custody and immediately received medical attention. >> Get on the ground now. Get on the [ __ ] ground now. [ __ ] >> Meanwhile, a large-scale search led officers to the second suspect, 21-year-old Elijah Phillips, who was later found carrying the money linked to the original incident. Investigators later learned that Vargas was on parole for a previous vehicle-related offense, while Phillips had active warrants connected to other cases. Prosecutors subsequently filed multiple charges, including armed theft, unlawful vehicle takings, and weapons related violations. It is another reminder that attempts to evade responsibility often lead to far greater consequences. >> Um, >> give me the other arm. >> I got one outstanding suspect at the last. That's up. >> On June 7th, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m. in Orlando, Florida, USA, deputies with the Orange County Sheriff's Office responded to a call regarding a 30-year-old man reportedly experiencing a mental health crisis. Before arriving at the residence, deputies met with the man's mother to gather more information, who said her son had not been taking his medication and was acting unpredictably in the neighborhood. She believed there were no weapons inside the home because potentially dangerous items had previously been removed. What began as a welfare check would soon become a rapidly unfolding emergency. However, when deputies arrived, the man's father informed them that his son, Terry Washington Jr., was inside a bedroom and was holding a knife. Officers spent several minutes attempting to communicate with him and encourage a peaceful conversation. >> Is there any weapons in the room? We have a knife or something like >> his knife. >> His knife. >> See, I think he took it from me this morning. >> That's cut proof technically. Okay. Haven't closer. TJ, it's the sheriff's office. Come on out and talk to us, buddy. >> Got in trouble. >> TJ, we just want to talk to you. >> You just want to talk to me? >> TJ, can you come out and talk to us? DJ. >> After approximately 5 minutes, Washington suddenly exited the room and rushed toward one of the deputies. Investigators later stated that the entire confrontation unfolded in about a second. During the struggle, Washington reportedly swung the knife and reached toward the deputy's firearm. Faced with an immediate threat and little time to react, the deputy responded to stop the advance. It was one of those moments where events moved faster than anyone could fully process. [snorts] Once the situation was brought under control, deputies immediately began providing medical assistance and remained with Washington until paramedics arrived. [music] He was transported to a hospital, while the injured deputy also received treatment for injuries sustained during the encounter. The incident remains a sobering reminder of how mental health crisis can escalate without warning, affecting families, first responders, and everyone involved in ways that last far beyond a single day. counter shots fired. >> On June 4th, 2026 along Interstate 40 in Tennessee, USA, a state trooper was dispatched to reports of a reckless driver traveling eastbound near the 209 mile marker. As additional information came in, the trooper positioned near mile marker 221 and waited for the vehicle to approach. At first glance, it looked like another traffic stop, but the driver's condition would quickly raise serious concerns. Hey, when the vehicle came into view, it was traveling between 60 and 70 mph. The trooper activated emergency lights and attempted to initiate a stop, but the driver showed no response. As he pulled alongside the vehicle several times, he noticed the driver appeared slumped over and unaware of the surrounding traffic. Concerned that a medical emergency might be unfolding, officers continued following the vehicle for nearly 17 mi while repeatedly trying to gain the driver's attention using sirens and different warning signals. Hey, hey, okay. Please. Additional units soon joined the operation. Officers attempted several methods to safely stop the vehicle, including spike strips and a rolling box maneuver. >> We are She is in the left lane. One, she's in the left lane. We're going to back off. She's in the left lane. We haven't catched that traffic. Watching gas by right now. For me, I'm going to roll when I'm in front of her. Look like she may be able to survive. The vehicle initially came to a stop, giving everyone hope that the situation was ending peacefully. However, the driver suddenly accelerated again, making contact with two patrol vehicles before continuing forward. >> She's still trying to go over the uh With public safety becoming a growing concern, officers carried out a tactical vehicle intervention. The maneuver caused the vehicle to spin and overturn, finally bringing the incident to an end. A4 citizen just over there. 41. >> Officers immediately rushed to the vehicle, assisted the driver out, and requested emergency medical services. The driver, later identified as Regina Blaker Hall, received treatment at the scene before being transported by air for further evaluation. Authorities later issued misdemeanor charges related to the incident. Looking back, the event highlights how uncertainty on the road can quickly evolve into a complex emergency, requiring patience, coordination, and constant concern for public safety. Uh 54 baby. [screaming] On March 31st, 2022, at approximately 2:30 a.m. in Bluffton and Yria, Ohio, USA, law enforcement agencies launched a large-scale pursuit following a tragic incident involving Bluffton police officer Dominic Francis. Authorities reported that the suspect vehicle had struck the officer while he was deploying stop strips on the interstate. What followed would become a lengthy multi-jurisdictional chase captured on dash cam footage. Okay. Up to 115 northbound. Northbound 115. We're in the middle lane. 227. 227 middle lane. As the suspect continued fleeing, officers from multiple jurisdictions coordinated their efforts across highways, city streets, and busy traffic corridors. Air support was also brought in to help track the vehicle from above. Throughout the pursuit, radio traffic revealed constant communication between units as they monitored traffic conditions and searched for the safest way to bring the situation under control. Yeah, one north contact with my miss northbound on primary 13 153 take radio 228 103 I'm going to take radio think behind me 230 going into the county line now 58 from a distance >> one of the biggest challenges facing officers was balancing public safety with the need to stop the fleeing vehicle. Several discussions took place regarding whether a pit maneuver could be safely performed, but heavy traffic and road conditions repeatedly complicated those decisions. As the chase stretched on, the pressure mounted for everyone involved. How do officers stop a dangerous pursuit without creating even greater risks for innocent drivers nearby? Are we on 20 57 from Chestnut? I'm running the G parallel on 83. Trigger 100 northbound in the southbound lane. 57 north in Chestnut. >> 1721's out. The pursuit eventually came to an end in Ayria where officers successfully took the suspect into custody. Looking back, the incident highlighted the remarkable level of coordination required during high-risisk pursuits as well as the challenges officers face when every decision can impact public safety. It also serves as a reminder that attempts to flee often lead to more serious consequences while placing countless lives at risk along the way. Just one that gunpoint right now. We're getting them out. By gunpoint on February 26th, 2024 at approximately 11:00 a.m. Morm in Tex Arcana, Arkansas, USA. State troopers learned that local officers were pursuing a gray Volkswagen connected to a reported shoplifting incident. The vehicle had already been seen running red lights and driving erratically through the city. What started as a property crime investigation was quickly turning into a serious public safety concern. Traffic light stop 96 cross line. Within minutes, troopers spotted the vehicle traveling eastbound on Interstate 30 and moved in behind it. When emergency lights and sirens were activated, the driver refused to stop. Instead, the vehicle accelerated, weaving through traffic, crossing lane markings, and using the shoulder to pass other motorists. Speeds continued to climb, eventually exceeding 130 mph. For drivers sharing the road that day, the danger was impossible to ignore. mobile if you can. The pursuit continued onto US Highway 67, where the suspect vehicle ignored traffic controls and kept driving recklessly. With the risk to the public growing by the second, Corporal Glendon Flowers executed a tactical vehicle intervention near the 15-mi marker. The maneuver caused the vehicle to leave the roadway and overturn. >> 1016. 1016 roll over. >> After coming to a stop, officers carefully approached and began issuing commands while securing the scene. In moments like these, everyone hopes the situation can end without further harm. The driver, later identified as Teka El Moss, was taken into custody and evaluated by medical personnel before being transported to a hospital. Authorities later announced felony charges related to the pursuit. Looking back, the incident demonstrates how quickly a decision to flee can escalate into a dangerous chain of events, placing countless motorists, officers, and bystanders at risk along the way. >> All right, let's go to the right. Slow down. Slow down. Slow down. I can't tell. >> Y'all want to go all the way to the back door on the other side where it's open? I don't see nothing. Everybody's looking to be deployed. On February 21st, 2024, at approximately 8:25 p.m. in Niles, Michigan, USA, a Michigan State Police trooper initiated a traffic stop on a red Kia after noticing a defective brake light. During the stop, officers discovered that the driver, 32-year-old Joshua Ringle of Southbend, Indiana, had an active warrant related to an assault case. What began as a simple traffic enforcement action was about to escalate far beyond anyone's expectations. All right, just leave your stuff in here. We'll be able to get it here in a minute. Okay. Watch out for your keys. They're about to fall off your lap. >> Oh, they on you. Okay. >> As officers attempted to take Wrangle into custody, a physical struggle broke out. Despite the troopers efforts, Wrangle managed to return to the vehicle where a female passenger was also seated. Officers reported that a taser was deployed, but before the situation could be resolved, Wrangle suddenly drove away, triggering a pursuit that crossed state lines into Indiana. With each passing mile, the risks continued to grow. The pursuit eventually entered South Bend, where officers from multiple agencies joined the operation. During the chase, Wrangler's vehicle collided with a police cruiser that was attempting to deploy stopsticks. Shortly afterward, he abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot toward a wooded area near the St. Joseph River. What followed was a tense search involving drones, K-9 units, and a SWAT team. In moments like these, uncertainty often becomes the greatest challenge for everyone involved. After an extensive search, authorities located Ringle near an embankment by the river. The female passenger was found unharmed and was not taken into custody. One officer involved in the incident received minor injuries and later recovered. The case remains under investigation. While the events serve as another reminder that a single decision to flee can quickly set off a chain reaction affecting countless lives, resources, and communities. On May 10th, 2026, at approximately 4:45 a.m. Near Interstate 430 South in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, a state trooper noticed a silver sedan traveling unusually slowly in a 65 mph zone. What first appeared to be a simple traffic violation soon revealed signs of a much larger problem. As the trooper followed the vehicle, he observed the driver repeatedly drifting across lane markings and struggling to maintain a steady course. The vehicle was eventually stopped at a gas station. The driver, later identified as Franklin Hernandez, was unable to provide identification, and the trooper [music] noticed several signs commonly associated with impairment. When asked to exit the vehicle, Hernandez became increasingly uncooperative. >> Right here, right here, Monos. Hey, >> Moments later, Hernandez broke away and ran toward a wooded area near the gas station. Despite repeated commands to stop, he continued fleeing through rough terrain and into a creek bed. At one point, he briefly turned and apologized before attempting to escape again. After [music] several tense moments and multiple efforts to gain compliance, the trooper was finally able to bring the situation under control and take Hernandez into custody. >> Go ahead. During the encounter, both individuals sustained minor injuries, and Hernandez was transported to a medical facility for evaluation before being booked into custody. He later refused a chemical test, and faced multiple charges, including driving while impaired, resisting arrest, fleeing on foot, and several traffic related offenses. Looking back at the body camera footage, one question remains. How different might the outcome have been if the driver had simply stopped and cooperated from the beginning >> in West Memphis, Arkansas, USA. Trooper Gunner Folultz was patrolling near Broadway and Walker when he noticed a Lexus G35 following unusually close behind his patrol vehicle and changing lanes without signaling. A traffic stop was initiated, but the driver had other plans. 10:30. Instead of pulling over, the vehicle accelerated away. Within moments, the pursuit moved through city streets at dangerous speeds. As the Lexus approached an intersection, it continued through a red light at nearly 100 mph. The situation became even more concerning when the driver suddenly entered Interstate 55 in the wrong direction. What could possibly justify such a risky decision? >> South hands. Show me your hands. Get out of the car. DO IT NOW. SHOW ME YOUR HANDS. Get out of the car. Show me your hands. >> The pursuit came to an abrupt end when the Lexus struck several roadside objects before colliding with an industrial building. After the vehicle stopped, the driver eventually exited and appeared unsteady on his feet. Troopers quickly secured the scene and identified him as Sherman Harper. Fortunately, no uninvolved motorists were reported injured during the incident. >> Hands. Show me your hands. >> HANDS UP. DO IT NOW. YOU'RE GOING TO GET DOG BIT. SHOW ME YOUR HANDS. Step out of the car with your hands up so we can get you some help. Hands. >> We know. Keep your hands up. >> Yep. Walk to us. >> Keep your hands up. >> Walk. Come on. >> Walk this way. >> Walk to us. >> Yep. >> Walk to us. >> Harper was transported to a hospital for evaluation. Investigators later reported signs of significant impairment, and he declined a chemical test. He was cited for multiple offenses, including fleeing, reckless driving, driving while impaired, and several traffic violations. Looking back, this case highlights how a simple traffic stop can escalate when poor decisions are made. Sometimes the safest choice is also the simplest one. Pull over, cooperate, and let the situation unfold peacefully. >> We got you. >> I I could not go down. On May 30th, 2026, at approximately 10:21 p.m. on US Highway 412 in Carol County, Arkansas, USA, trooper first class Jeb Little was monitoring traffic when he spotted a silver Chevy Travers traveling well above the posted speed limit. What started as a routine speeding stop was about to become a dangerous pursuit. Dessert test George coffee. As the trooper activated his emergency lights and siren, the driver, later identified as Spring Hicks, refused to stop and instead accelerated away. The SUV quickly reached speeds of more than 100 mph while traveling along a narrow two-lane highway with other motorists nearby. Every mile increased the danger. A simple citation was no longer the issue. The priority had become public safety. After a brief but intense pursuit, Trooper Little executed a tactical maneuver that brought the vehicle to a stop. The SUV left the roadway and came to rest in a ditch. Even then, the driver attempted to escape on foot, climbing up an embankment before eventually surrendering to officer's commands. A passenger was later located near the vehicle, and the scene was safely secured. Why'd you run? >> Huh? >> Huh? Why'd you run? >> I'm scared. >> You're scared. You tried to run on foot, too. That was dumb. What you got in the car? >> Investigators later found no illegal substances inside the vehicle. However, Hicks was taken into custody and faced multiple charges, including felony fleeing, reckless driving, driving without a valid license, speeding, and fleeing on foot. Looking back, this case serves as another reminder that a few moments of patience and cooperation can prevent a situation from escalating into something far more serious. Sometimes the easiest way forward is simply to stop and make the right choice. On May 24th, 2026, at approximately 3:15 p.m. in Camden, Arkansas, USA, an Arkansas State Police trooper attempted to stop a 2012 Toyota Highlander for a traffic violation. What seemed like a routine stop was about to take an unexpected turn. Instead of stopping, the driver accelerated and fled. The SUV reached speeds exceeding 100 mph, weaving through traffic and even crossing into oncoming lanes. At that moment, troopers had no idea that four young children were inside the vehicle. One wrong decision was putting multiple lives at risk. Please join. After a lengthy pursuit, the driver lost control on a curb. The vehicle left the roadway, crossed a yard, struck a utility pole, and overturned. Troopers immediately rushed to help, securing a four-month-old infant and rescuing three other children from the wreckage, which rested dangerously close to live power lines. In moments like these, every second matters. All right, he's cracked out. He's cracked out. >> Hey, watch those lines. They're touching the car. Get back. Get just get back. [screaming] >> Thankfully, all four children were treated for minor injuries. The driver, 28-year-old [music] Tyresese Fletcher, was taken into custody. Investigators later discovered an altered firearm and illegal marijuana inside the vehicle. He now faces multiple charges, including felony fleeing, child endangerment, firearm offenses, and drugrelated violations. This case serves as a powerful reminder that a single reckless choice can create consequences far beyond what anyone expects. Kid got a brok. Okay. Let me see. Let me see. Let me see. Does that hurt? How old are you? Y'all want to start rewrapping paper? >> Come here now. [ __ ] hell. GO TO [ __ ] HELL. ON June 4th, 2026, at approximately 9:00 a.m. in Yelm, Washington, USA, deputies from the Thirstston County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to assist firefighters responding to a vehicle fire. The property had a history of violent incidents, requiring law enforcement to secure the scene before firefighters could safely approach. >> Hey, John, the fire department's here. If you want to let them do their thing, >> they're not here yet. >> They're here down there. >> [ __ ] John, >> are they right here? No. >> John, they're right here. Can you please sit back? I don't want you to get hurt. John, let me don't make me have to drag you out of there, please. >> You want to do what? You're going to do what? >> I don't want to have to stop. >> You're going to stop. >> You're going to burn [ __ ] truck down. >> John, we have the fire department coming over here. Leave that alone. >> When a deputy arrived, he noticed an individual standing near the fire. He repeatedly instructed the person to move away, but the commands were ignored. What began as a routine emergency response quickly became unpredictable. Sometimes situations can change in a matter of seconds. >> John, get out of there right now or I'm going to put you in cuffs. Come here now. Come here now. >> [ __ ] hell. Go to [ __ ] hell. >> Head 25. Shots fired. Shots fired. According to investigators, the individual suddenly rushed toward the deputy and displayed what appeared to be a firearm. Faced with an immediate threat, the deputy reacted to protect himself and others nearby. Additional units arrived moments later and quickly secured the scene. During the detention process, officers discovered a second firearm on the individual. >> Edward 25, do not let fire come in. John pulled out a handgun. He has been shot multiple times. STAY ON THE [ __ ] GROUND. LET ME SEE YOUR [ __ ] HANDS. >> You understand me? >> I understand you. >> Despite the tense encounter, no firefighters, deputies, or bystanders were injured. Officers immediately provided emergency medical aid before the individual was transported to a hospital for treatment. The deputy was later placed on standard administrative leave while the incident underwent review. The case serves as another reminder of how quickly first responders can find themselves facing unexpected dangers while simply answering a call for help. From high-speed pursuits to moments where decisions go too far, these real stories remind us that every action carries consequences. Some choices lead to accountability, others to reflection, but all leave an impact. 911 police chase isn't just about adrenaline. It's about awareness, responsibility, and understanding the reality behind the flashing lights. If these stories made you think, don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to support the channel. Stay safe, respect the law, and we'll see you in the next video.