Lafayette County, MO – A high-speed pursuit along Interstate 70 ended Thursday with the capture of a homicide suspect wanted out of O’Fallon, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
The chase unfolded on December 27, 2025, when troopers located the suspect’s vehicle traveling eastbound through Lafayette County. Dashcam video released by the Highway Patrol shows the tense moments as officers coordinated a controlled stop to bring the pursuit to an end.
According to officials, Trooper Reinke’s composure and teamwork with Corporal Owens and Trooper Dillon helped ensure the pursuit ended safely. The suspect was taken into custody without injury.
The O’Fallon Police Department had issued a warrant for the individual in connection with a homicide investigation earlier this week. The Missouri State Highway Patrol commended its officers for their “calm under pressure” and emphasized the importance of inter-agency cooperation in safely resolving the incident.
Traffic along I-70 was briefly slowed during the stop but quickly returned to normal. Authorities have not yet released the suspect’s name pending formal charges.
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