Suspect Arrested After Carjacking and Chase on I-55 in Mississippi

Gluckstadt police apprehend armed robbery suspect after short pursuit on interstate

Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:20am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a handgun or other firearm-related evidence, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.A recent armed robbery and carjacking in Mississippi led to a high-speed chase, underscoring the need for effective police response to apprehend dangerous suspects.Jackson Today

A man has been arrested after allegedly carjacking a vehicle in Jackson, Mississippi and then leading police on a brief chase along Interstate 55 before being apprehended in Gluckstadt. The suspect, identified as Terrance Cornelius Coleman, is facing charges including felony eluding, firearm possession by a felon, and possession of a stolen firearm.

Why it matters

Carjackings and armed robberies are serious crimes that can put public safety at risk, especially when they escalate into high-speed chases on busy highways. This incident highlights the importance of quick police response and coordination to safely apprehend dangerous suspects and protect the community.

The details

According to the Gluckstadt Police Department, officers were alerted to a silver Honda CR-V that had been carjacked during an armed robbery at a Wendy's restaurant in Jackson around 12:44 p.m. Just minutes later, Gluckstadt police spotted the stolen vehicle traveling northbound on I-55 and attempted to initiate a traffic stop. The driver, later identified as Terrance Cornelius Coleman, refused to pull over, leading to a chase that lasted 3-5 minutes before officers were able to block the vehicle and take Coleman into custody near the Nissan Parkway exit without further incident.

  • The armed robbery and carjacking occurred around 12:44 p.m. in Jackson.
  • Gluckstadt police spotted the stolen vehicle and initiated the chase just minutes later on I-55.
  • The pursuit lasted approximately 3-5 minutes before ending near the Nissan Parkway exit.

The players

Terrance Cornelius Coleman

The suspect who allegedly carjacked a vehicle in Jackson and then led police on a chase along I-55 before being apprehended in Gluckstadt. He is facing charges including felony eluding, firearm possession by a felon, and possession of a stolen firearm.

Gluckstadt Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the reported carjacking, spotted the stolen vehicle, initiated the chase, and ultimately arrested the suspect.

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What’s next

Coleman is expected to make an initial appearance in Gluckstadt Municipal Court.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of effective police response and coordination in apprehending dangerous suspects and protecting public safety, even when crimes escalate into high-speed chases on busy highways.