Wanted felon driving spray-painted car arrested after brief pursuit: HCSO
A wanted felon driving a spray-painted car was arrested after a brief pursuit, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
During the chase, HCSO says 29-year-old James Rye Sr. did not change speeds and intentionally made no efforts to stop.
Deputies used a rolling roadblock to make the arrest and Rye was taken into custody without incident.
TAMPA, Fla. - A wanted felon was taken into custody on North Park Road after a brief chase on Sunday afternoon with Hillsborough County deputies.
Video shows the suspect driving away from law enforcement in a red vehicle that was partially spray-painted black to avoid detection.
The backstory
The suspect, 29-year-old James Rye Sr., has several out-of-county felony warrants, according to HSCO.
During the chase, HCSO says Rye did not change speeds and intentionally made no efforts to stop.
Deputies used a rolling roadblock to make the arrest and Rye was taken into custody without incident.
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Sheriff Chad Chronister emphasized that felons can not outrun justice.
What they're saying
"This individual went to great lengths to avoid capture, but thanks to the relentless work by our deputies, he couldn't outrun justice," said Chronister. "If you're a wanted felon in Hillsborough County, you will be found and held accountable."
Fleeing and attempting to elude a police officer
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Possession of drug paraphernalia
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