The driver of a motorcycle was arrested after he lead law enforcement on a chase starting in Montgomery County before running out of fuel in Harris County.
According to the Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office, at approximately 8:30 p.m. on September 6, a deputy initiated a traffic stop on a black motorcycle after seeing him violate multiple traffic laws on Highway 59 near FM 1485. The driver of the motorcycle refused to stop and accelerated, triggering a pursuit.
More deputies would join in the chase. The deputy who started the chase faced a setback when one of his tires went flat. The motorcycle headed north on Highway 59 before making a U-turn at the Roman Forest exit. He then continued southbound into Harris County and the City of Humble, reaching speeds of 130 mph.
The chase ended on Beltway 8 when the motorcycle ran out of fuel. The driver was taken into custody without incident. “Pursuits are a challenging and dangerous aspect of law enforcement, occurring multiple times a week,” said Montgomery County Pct. 4 Constable Kenneth Hayden. “We employ rigorous training and operate under strict guidelines to manage these situations as safely as possible. I am exceptionally proud of our deputies’ professionalism and commitment to the safety of our community.”
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