[Music] On March 28th, 2023, an Arkansas state trooper attempted to stop a speeding vehicle. When the driver refused to pull over, a pursuit was initiated. As the chase escalated, Trooper Bird was called in to assist. Radio 260. The suspect pushed the limits, racing down the road at over 120 mph, barely avoiding collisions as he weaved through traffic. His reckless driving turned this pursuit into a dangerous game for everyone on the road. We're just head over here. Right shoulder. He's not on the right. [Music] [Music] in the median. Trooper James Bird executed a pit maneuver at 115 mph, sending the suspect's vehicle rolling multiple times before finally coming to a stop. Due to the injuries sustained, the suspect was immediately transported to a nearby hospital. On June 27th, 2023, Arkansas State troopers were in pursuit of a suspected drug trafficker. Troopers initially struggled to get close enough to stop the fleeing driver and called for backup. Moments later, Trooper Terrell joined the chase to assist in bringing it under control. [Music] $134 South. Hey, Bango. Let me the suspect. showed no regard for anyone on the road, blasting past traffic on the shoulder at speeds topping 110 mph, pushing this pursuit into dangerous territory. 33. Come down. At 115 mph, Trooper Terrell executed a daring pit maneuver, sending the suspect's vehicle crashing into the guardrail before slamming into the patrol car. Both vehicles were wrecked, but the suspect was quickly arrested, bringing this high-speed pursuit to a dramatic end. On March 18th, 2024, while running radar, a trooper spotted a white Dodge Challenger flying down Highway 441 at nearly 100 mph in a 65 zone. When the trooper tried to pull the driver over, they hit the gas instead, turning a simple traffic stop into a full-blown pursuit. [Music] 2 3 4 [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] Where is the guy? Anything believe the on-ramp. As the chase continued, the suspect began weaving across lanes, nearly causing multiple crashes. With traffic around and limited room to maneuver, the trooper struggled to get into a safe position for a pit attempt. passing the way station now right [Music] now 4266 that county line they're going to All right, we do have a hit on the stop sticks. All right, we're still going a little too fast in the rear pass rear driver signs going out. Rear driver side going out. [Music] parking. The trooper went in for a pit, but the suspect slammed the brakes, losing control and crashing straight through a fence. Standby. Show me your ass. Show me. We got power lines down. Power resistance. Get out of the car. The driver, identified as 20-year-old Kamari Stokes, was taken into custody along with his passenger. Turns out Stokes didn't even have a valid license and had a suspension on record. Deputies also found marijuana in the car. He was taken to the hospital for evaluation, then off to Marian County Jail to face multiple charges, including fleeing, no valid license, and speeding. On February 20th, 2024, Trooper Ferris was on patrol when he got word about a stolen blue Chevy truck flagged by a tag reader in Lahi. He spotted the vehicle heading eastbound and confirmed it matched the stolen tag reported by Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. But the second the driver noticed him, he made a sharp turn and hit the gas trying to escape. And just like that, the chase was on. [Music] passenger passenger directly behind. have four. [Music] [Music] [Music] Another trooper took over the pursuit and stayed right on the suspect's tail, looking for the perfect moment to end it. He tried setting up a pit maneuver, but at these high speeds, it wasn't easy. One wrong move and it could have gone south [Music] fast. Heat. Heat. [Music] Every [Music] time 75 The only real chance to end this chase safely was with stop sticks. And after just 2 minutes, troopers up ahead nailed it. They deployed the sticks perfectly, deflating the suspect's tires and giving this wild pursuit a major [Music] turn. [Music] American 65. [Music] being laid. Watch yourself. Right lane. Right [Music] lane. Pit. Hit. Pit. [Music] A well-timed pit sent it spinning into the trees, bringing the chase to an end. Troopers and deputies moved in fast, arresting both the driver and passenger without incident. Turns out the driver didn't even have a license. He was taken to the Nassau County Jail to face the consequences. On January 19th, 2023, Trooper Cadet Newol and a trooper on patrol joined a pursuit after a white Nissan Morano fled from Chattam County PD. The SUV with a busted rear window had already led one officer on a wild ride through a backyard and back onto the road. When troopers spotted it heading east on Georgia 204, they lit it up. But the driver wasn't stopping. Call 38. Call 538. I'll be 1080. George 204 point road just vehicle just 1080 from we're 1080. Don't worry about who initiated. We're trying to chase this car right now. Go. Okay. [Music] Atlantic 483 Highway 80. As the suspect slowed down, the trooper held back, waiting for just the right moment. Once the road ahead cleared, it was time to go for the pit. Stop. Get go go go go go go go. We're setting up to 204 [Music] eastbound. [Music] Stop. Okay. Get in the middle of the road. Get in the middle of the [Music] road. Stop. Okay, hold on. Get in the middle of the road. In the middle of the road. As the Nissan overturned, the driver, unbelted, was ejected onto the roadway. Despite having a pulse when first checked, 38-year-old Amy humans Padet later died at the hospital from her injuries. A tragic end to a dangerous decision behind the wheel. On July 8th, 2023, Cabat police were in pursuit of a stolen white Dodge Challenger. As the suspect sped westbound on Interstate 30, Arkansas State Police joined in. Trooper taking over as the primary unit in the chase. I'm now secondary. I'll go ahead and call it 139 right now. 104 state you primary now 48 copy traffic 139B still going south 30 right [Music] 104 to 16 trade. [Music] The suspect drove recklessly at high speeds, weaving through traffic. As the trooper got closer, the driver jumped onto the shoulder to pass vehicles, showing zero regard for anyone's safety. [Music] I'm no longer secondary. Change right through 120. 118 16. Y'all end it when you can dispatch 137 westbound number two lanes through 135. [Music] 137 36. [Music] [Music] trooper executed a pit maneuver at 115 mph, sending the stolen Challenger spinning into a concrete barrier and bringing the pursuit to an end. The driver, Marquette Muhammad, fled into the woods, but was caught shortly after. He was handed over to Cabat police and now faces multiple charges, including felony fleeing, theft of property over $25,000, aggravated assault, and reckless driving. On September 16th, 2022, Arkansas's state troopers were called in to break up street racing activity. One of their best trooper bird responded and quickly spotted two Dodge Chargers going at it. When he hit the lights and sirens, the white charger didn't stop. And just like that, the chase was on. 28 Arkansas 64 Henry AIM 64H. We got a white one. We're all pulling into the K. 37 with that. [Music] We are going west on 60th. Last on 60. Still west [Music] on west. [Music] There's a gate at the end of this and he's coming back out of it. I just my car to assist. [Music] Trooper Bird was able to stop the white Charger and take the driver into custody. The other racers who initially got away didn't make it far. They were tracked down and arrested later that night, officially bringing this wild chase to an end. [Music]