Naked Driver Leads Police on 100 MPH Chase

Suspect faces multiple charges after high-speed pursuit across county lines

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A 28-year-old Edmond man is facing a string of charges after allegedly leading officers from multiple agencies on a high-speed pursuit that began in Vian, Oklahoma and ended along Interstate-40 near Sallisaw. The incident started when police received a report of a suspect involved in a hit-and-run in Muskogee County who was reportedly unclothed, leading to a chase that reached speeds over 100 mph before officers were able to disable the vehicle.

Why it matters

This case highlights the risks and challenges law enforcement officers face when responding to reports of dangerous driving and suspects who may pose a threat to public safety. The multi-jurisdictional pursuit also underscores the need for strong coordination between different police agencies to safely apprehend suspects.

The details

According to police, the incident began when Vian police officer Cassandra Perceful attempted to pull over the suspect, Griffen Hink, after receiving a report of his involvement in a hit-and-run in Muskogee County. Hink briefly stopped but then sped away, leading to a pursuit that involved the Sequoyah County Sheriff's Office, Sallisaw Police Department, and Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The chase reached speeds over 100 mph before a trooper was able to execute a Tactical Vehicle Intervention (TVI) to spin out Hink's pickup truck. After a brief standoff, officers were able to extract the naked suspect from the vehicle and take him into custody.

  • On February 22, Griffen Hink was arrested and booked into the Sequoyah County Jail.
  • The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon, February 22.

The players

Griffen Hink

A 28-year-old Edmond man who was the suspect in the high-speed chase and is facing multiple charges.

Officer Cassandra Perceful

A Vian police officer who initially attempted to pull over Hink and initiated the pursuit.

Sheriff Larry Lane

The Sequoyah County Sheriff who joined the pursuit after being alerted by a citizen.

Oklahoma Highway Patrol

State troopers who assisted in the pursuit and were able to successfully disable Hink's vehicle using a Tactical Vehicle Intervention (TVI).

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What they’re saying

“One minute I was having lunch with my family, and the next I had someone at gunpoint and got into a lengthy, high-speed pursuit. It underscores why training and readiness are so critical for all of us.”

— Sheriff Larry Lane (viannews.com)

What’s next

Additional charges are expected to be filed against Griffen Hink in Sequoyah County related to the high-speed pursuit.

The takeaway

This case highlights the dangers law enforcement officers face when responding to reports of reckless and potentially violent driving. The coordinated multi-agency response and successful intervention to stop the suspect's vehicle demonstrate the importance of police training and preparedness in handling such high-risk situations.