Davenport Teen Charged After Stolen Car Chase

Tayshawn Clark accused of stealing Kia, driving over 100 mph on wrong side of road

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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A 19-year-old Davenport man, Tayshawn Clark, has been charged with several crimes after allegedly stealing a car and leading police on a high-speed chase, reaching speeds over 115 mph and driving on the wrong side of the road at 100 mph before being apprehended.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of high-speed police chases, which can put innocent bystanders at risk. It also raises questions about the factors that may lead some young people to engage in criminal behavior like car theft.

The details

According to arrest records, on March 8, Tayshawn Clark was driving a Kia Sportage that had been reported stolen earlier that day. When police tried to pull him over, Clark allegedly fled, running three stop signs and three stop lights, and reaching speeds up to 115 mph while driving on the wrong side of the road at 100 mph. Police were eventually able to pit the car, bringing the chase to an end. Officers say they found raw marijuana on Clark and that he admitted to stealing the car after they read him his rights.

  • On March 8, the Kia Sportage driven by Tayshawn Clark was reported stolen.
  • On March 8, police attempted to pull over Clark, leading to the high-speed chase.
  • On March 19, Clark is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on the charges.

The players

Tayshawn Clark

A 19-year-old Davenport man accused of stealing a car and leading police on a high-speed chase.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on March 19 whether to allow Clark to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case underscores the need for continued efforts to address the root causes of car theft and other juvenile crimes, as well as the importance of safe police pursuit policies to protect public safety.