Suspect Arrested After Short Pursuit with Georgia State Patrol

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A suspect wanted for multiple felonies in East Point, Georgia was arrested after a brief car chase with the Georgia State Patrol. The pursuit ended when troopers performed a PIT maneuver and intentional contact to stop the stolen Nissan Altima. During the traffic stop, a large amount of different types of drugs were found in the vehicle.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in apprehending suspects with outstanding warrants and the risks involved in high-speed pursuits, as well as the prevalence of drug-related crimes in the Atlanta metropolitan area.

The details

Georgia State Patrol troopers located a stolen Nissan Altima that had been stopped on Campbellton Rd. When they attempted to pull the vehicle over, the driver fled, leading to a short pursuit. Troopers performed a PIT maneuver to stop the car, and another trooper made intentional contact with the front of the Nissan to prevent the driver from escaping. The suspect was then taken into custody and found to be wanted out of East Point for multiple felony charges. A large quantity of various drugs was discovered in the vehicle during the traffic stop.

• On Sunday, March 29th, 2026, Georgia State Patrol troopers located the stolen Nissan Altima.

What’s next

The suspect will face charges related to the stolen vehicle, drug possession, and the outstanding felony warrants from East Point.