Event Brief
Driver crashes on I-275 after fleeing troopers
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Aug 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: Florida Highway Patrol said a trooper spotted a Hyundai Sonata driving recklessly on US 19 near Ulmerton Road in Pinellas County. After the driver sped away, the chase moved through multiple roads and onto I-275, where the suspect lost control and crashed into a Toyota RAV4; the suspect was arrested.
WHO: Florida Highway Patrol; a suspect driving a Hyundai Sonata
WHAT: A driver fled troopers, weaving through traffic, then crashed into another vehicle and was arrested.
WHEN: Aug 28, 2026 at 4:43 PM ET
WHERE: Pinellas County, Florida (I-275 and US 19 near Ulmerton Road)
WHY: The driver continued speeding off when a trooper attempted to pull the vehicle over, leading to the chase and crash.
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