Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood joins high-speed pursuit of suspect fleeing traffic stop
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood joins high-speed pursuit
A suspect fleeing from a traffic stop in New Smyrna Beach unknowingly led law enforcement on a high-speed chase — tailed by none other than Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood.
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. - A suspect fleeing from a traffic stop in New Smyrna Beach unknowingly led law enforcement on a high-speed chase — tailed by none other than Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood.
Volusia sheriff joins high-speed chase
What we know:
A suspect fled from a traffic stop in New Smyrna Beach, leading to a high-speed chase on Interstate 95 south toward Brevard County. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood, who was nearby, joined the pursuit. The suspect, with a lengthy criminal record, was eventually caught and faces new charges.
What we don't know:
Details about what triggered the initial traffic stop, the suspect’s identity and the specific new charges have not yet been disclosed.
Timeline:
The chase began yesterday during a routine traffic stop, escalated when the suspect sped onto the interstate and ended with his capture after Chitwood joined the pursuit.
‘We’re going to get you'
What they're saying:
"I had just filled up my gas tank, so I told him, ‘We can go to Miami if you want,’" Chitwood said. "Eventually, we’re going to get you."
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The Source: This story was written based on information shared by the Volusia County Sheriff's Office and Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood on May 15, 2025.