17-year-old charged after fleeing police in Lakeland
By The BriefBrief
A 17-year-old from Lakeland faces a felony charge after fleeing an attempted traffic stop by a Lakeland police officer, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The incident occurred just before 3 a.m. on Sept. 11, when the teen and a passenger fled from state troopers.
WHO:A 17-year-old from Lakeland and an unidentified male passenger; Lakeland police officer; Florida Highway Patrol
WHAT:The teen was charged with a felony after fleeing during an attempted traffic stop and subsequent pursuit involving state troopers.
WHEN:Sep 11, 2026
WHERE:Lakeland, Florida
WHY:No specific cause was reported beyond the event itself.
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