89-Mile I-69 Pursuit Ends in Gibson County; Two Evansville Residents Arrested

Troopers deployed stop sticks and executed a PIT maneuver to end the high-speed chase.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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A high-speed police pursuit that began in Monroe County, Indiana and reached speeds over 100 mph ended in Gibson County with the arrest of two Evansville residents. Indiana State Police initiated the chase after attempting to stop a speeding Chevrolet Silverado, leading to a nearly 90-mile pursuit along I-69 that involved multiple law enforcement agencies. The chase ended when troopers deployed stop sticks and executed a Precision Immobilization Technique to force the vehicle off the road.

Why it matters

High-speed police chases pose significant risks to public safety, and this incident highlights the need for effective pursuit policies and coordination between law enforcement agencies. The apprehension of the suspects also led to the discovery of suspected methamphetamine, underscoring the ongoing challenges of drug-related crimes in the region.

The details

According to Indiana State Police, the chase began around 9:49 a.m. when a trooper attempted to stop a blue 2022 Chevrolet Silverado traveling 83 mph in a 65-mph zone on I-69 near the 117 mile-marker. The driver refused to stop and continued southbound, reaching speeds of more than 100 mph. Washington Police officers assisted Indiana State Police during the pursuit as it moved through the area, helping with traffic control and coordination as stop sticks were deployed at multiple locations along I-69. During the pursuit, troopers reported seeing items thrown from the vehicle. Stop sticks were deployed near the 39 mile-marker, deflating at least two tires, but the driver continued south at a reduced speed. The pursuit ended near the 25 mile-marker when a trooper executed a Precision Immobilization Technique, causing the vehicle to leave the roadway and stop in the median.

  • The chase began around 9:49 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.
  • Stop sticks were deployed near the 39 mile-marker.
  • The pursuit ended near the 25 mile-marker.

The players

Geonovan M. Bailey

A 27-year-old resident of Evansville, Indiana who was arrested following the pursuit.

Tiona E. Monie Sullivan

A 25-year-old resident of Evansville, Indiana who was arrested following the pursuit.

Indiana State Police

The law enforcement agency that initiated the pursuit and made the arrests.

Washington Police

The local police department that assisted Indiana State Police during the pursuit.

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What’s next

The suspects, Geonovan M. Bailey and Tiona E. Monie Sullivan, will be arraigned in Monroe County on charges of Resisting Law Enforcement, Possession of Methamphetamine, and Obstruction of Justice.

The takeaway

This high-speed pursuit highlights the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of effective coordination between law enforcement agencies to apprehend suspects and protect public safety. The discovery of suspected methamphetamine also underscores the ongoing challenges of addressing drug-related crimes in the region.