High-speed pursuit crosses state lines, ends in crash on i-64 in chesapeake
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High-speed pursuit crosses state lines, ends in crash on I-64 in Chesapeake

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April 13, 2025
A cross-state chase ended with a crash and arrest on I-64 after the suspect rammed police vehicles.

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A suspect was arrested Saturday after leading police on a multi-jurisdictional vehicle pursuit that began in North Carolina and ended in Virginia, injuring a state trooper and damaging multiple police vehicles.


Key Points

  • Pursuit began in Elizabeth City, N.C., after suspect struck deputy’s vehicle
  • Chesapeake Police deployed spike strips as suspect entered Virginia
  • Pursuit ended on I-64 after suspect hit three Virginia State Police vehicles

Police from multiple agencies involved

The incident began around 2:36 p.m. when Chesapeake Police were notified that a vehicle pursuit had crossed into their jurisdiction from Elizabeth City, N.C. The suspect, who had reportedly struck an Elizabeth City County deputy’s vehicle, entered Virginia, prompting a coordinated response from Chesapeake officers.

As the pursuit escalated, officers from Chesapeake successfully deployed spike strips, but the suspect continued fleeing, eventually entering Interstate 64.

Suspect arrested after hitting three patrol vehicles

Virginia State Police troopers joined the pursuit on I-64. Authorities say the suspect’s vehicle collided with three state police vehicles before coming to a stop near the Indian River Road exit.

The driver was immediately taken into custody. One trooper sustained a non-life-threatening injury during the incident.

Charges pending as investigation continues

The name of the suspect and details of the charges were not immediately released. Police confirmed the investigation is ongoing and additional information may be made public following formal charges.

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