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State trooper arrests suspect thanks to finding him on Facebook following high-speed pursuit
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Joel Moore, Jordan Gartner , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The driver's identity was later determined, and a search for him ensued.
A suspect is in custody following a high-speed chase. The incident began when a trooper observed a vehicle behaving erratically. Authorities attempted to stop the driver, but he fled at a high rate of speed, engaging in reckless behavior.
The driver's identity was later determined, and a search for him ensued. Law enforcement utilized online platforms to gather information about the suspect's location. This effort ultimately led to the suspect's arrest.
Further details about the incident are available from Tennessee authorities, who reported on the events that transpired in the Memphis area.
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Category: safety Published: July 29, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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