Sarasota, FL – Quick thinking and new technology helped Sarasota County deputies safely end a dangerous pursuit involving a stolen U-Haul, according to the Florida Sheriffs Association.
After a license plate reader alerted law enforcement to the stolen vehicle, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office quickly located it and initiated a pursuit. Authorities said the suspects allegedly rammed a marked patrol car before fleeing, but deputies boxed in the vehicle moments later.
According to the association, assistance from the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, Florida Highway Patrol, Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, and Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office played a key role in safely bringing the suspects into custody.
Officials highlighted the incident as an example of how technology and cross-county collaboration enhance public safety. “This operation demonstrates the dedication and teamwork that define Florida’s sheriffs,” the association noted in its post.
No serious injuries were reported, and the suspects are now facing multiple charges related to vehicle theft and fleeing law enforcement, authorities said.
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