Suspect Charged After Fleeing Police, Crashing Jeep in Rochester

The chase started after a domestic incident report involving a gun on Webster Avenue.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 10:04pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a handgun on the grass, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conveying the stark, gritty, investigative nature of the crime scene.A police investigation into a suspect's firearm uncovers evidence after a high-speed chase through Rochester.Rochester Today

A 35-year-old Rochester man is facing charges after leading police on a chase that ended in a crash near Rohr Street and Clifford Avenue. The pursuit began when officers responded to a domestic incident with reports of a gun involved on Webster Avenue, and the suspect fled in a black Jeep when police tried to pull him over.

Why it matters

Police pursuits raise concerns about public safety, and Rochester has seen multiple high-speed chases in recent days. This incident highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in balancing the need to apprehend suspects with the risks posed to the community.

The details

According to police, the suspect crashed the Jeep at the corner of Rohr Street and Clifford Avenue after fleeing from officers. An officer was seen investigating what appeared to be a handgun found near the scene. The suspect, who suffered a lower body injury, was taken to the hospital and will face charges. Another driver not involved in the chase also sustained minor injuries from the crash.

  • The pursuit started around 3:00 PM on April 2, 2026 after police responded to a domestic incident on Webster Avenue.
  • The chase ended in a crash at the intersection of Rohr Street and Clifford Avenue.

The players

Rochester Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the domestic incident, initiated the pursuit, and is continuing the investigation.

35-year-old Rochester man

The suspect who fled from police and crashed the Jeep, sustaining a lower body injury.

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What they’re saying

“Suspect's a 35-year-old male city resident. We did locate evidence to support the menacing with the firearm charge. And the investigation is going to continue.”

— Captain Justin Stewart, Rochester Police Department

What’s next

The suspect will be charged from his hospital bed, and police will continue investigating the incident, including the reported firearm involved.

The takeaway

This pursuit highlights the difficult balance police must strike between apprehending suspects and protecting public safety during high-speed chases. It also raises ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the use of force in domestic violence situations.