Pursuit/TVI Wedington Fayetteville Arkansas State Police Troop L, Traffic Series Ep. 668

Trp. Z. Rogers (L-17) spots a stolen GMC Yukon which was used to commit theft from mail boxes on Wedington Drive near Double Springs Road in Fayetteville (Washington County). Trp. H. Hopper (L-39) takes PRIMARY and unconventionally ENDS it. These units were assisted by others, including Trp. D. Benton (L-23).
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L-17's incident report: "Officer’s Report Trp Zach Rogers #262 202324369ASP Fleeing (F) Theft by Receiving (F) Unauthorized Use of Another’s Property (F) Aggravated Assault (F) Obstructing Governmental Operations Criminal Mischief Defective Tail Lamp Reckless Driving No Seatbelt On Thursday, December 14, 2023, at approximately 9:15 P.M, I noticed a dark colored GMC Yukon travelling westbound on Wedington Drive. Earlier in the day I had received information from Washington County Deputies that a vehicle matching this description bearing ARVL ATI46T had possibly been involved in multiple mail thefts throughout the county and had fled from other law enforcement agencies. The vehicle was also reported stolen out of the Springdale Police Department. I turned around and caught up to the vehicle near Double Springs Road and confirmed it was the same vehicle. I knew multiple other Troopers were in the area so I continued to follow the vehicle until other units could catch up to us. The vehicle continued west through the traffic light at Double Springs Road and then turned north on White Rock from Wedington. As the vehicle turned northbound other units were behind me and I activated my emergency lights to conduct a traffic stop. The vehicle continued northbound towards a residence. The vehicle then began to accelerate and make a left hand turn through the grass yard. I attempted to strike the left rear quarter panel of the car but did not have enough speed or a good angle to cause the vehicle to stop. Trp Hopper came across the yard and attempted to strike the vehicle as well. The vehicle drove through a wooden fence on White Rock and continued back south towards Wedington Drive. The vehicle turned westbound onto Wedington and accelerated to a high rate of speed. Trp Hopper was in front of me at this time, but he was unable to accelerate due to vehicle issues, I passed him and became the primary pursuit unit again. I continued following the vehicle and watched it turn left onto S Buddy Elkins. The vehicle used Buddy Elkins to turn around and go back to Wedington and turn back east. The vehicle attempted to pass a Chevrolet truck by driving on the shoulder. The vehicle struck the Chevy truck on the passenger side while trying to pass it. At this time, Trp Hopper who had discontinued following the vehicle on Buddy Elkins, was in a position to end the pursuit and performed a TVI. The vehicle rolled over once and came to rest on the driver’s side. Commands were given for the occupants to exit. The first to exit from the front passenger window was Michael Lewis (B/M 05/12/1994). The second to exit was Krystal Starr (W/F 06/03/1987). Both were taken into custody without further incident. A third occupant was in the back seat. He had difficulty exiting the vehicle, but I was able to help him out of the back seat passenger window. He was also taken into custody. He said his name was Tristen Taylor and said his birthday was 7-12-1999. No return was located for this information. A Fayetteville Police Officer arrived and when I mentioned this name, he said he thought his real name would be Tristen McNamee with the same date of birth. This information was checked and confirmed to be the third occupant. All three subjects had multiple felony warrants which were all confirmed. It should be noted, after the occupants exited the vehicle, I could see that none of them had been wearing a seatbelt, as the seatbelts had been locked in place as if they were all sitting on top of them rather than wearing them. The vehicle was confirmed stolen out of the Springdale Police Department. All three occupants were read their Miranda Warning. Michael and Krystal would not confirm who was driving. Tristen said that Krystal was the driver. This statement is consistent with how they exited the vehicle, Michael first from the passenger side, and then Krystal. Additionally, the driver’s seat was moved close to the steering wheel, indicating the driver may have been shorter. Inside the vehicle, multiple pieces of mail with varying names and addresses from the rural areas of Washington County were located. This evidence was turned over to Cpl Mason Bailey #279 with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Krystal and Tristen were transported to WRMC to be treated for injuries and subsequently released. Michael denied any medical treatment on scene. All three occupants were transported to the Washington County Detention Center and turned over to Intake Deputies to be booked on their warrants. Tristen was issued a citation (200A1452757) for Obstructing Governmental Operations for lying about his name, as well as No Seatbelt. He was given a court date of January 29, 2024, at 8:00 A.M in Fayetteville District Court. Krystal is being charged with Felony Fleeing for fleeing while exceeding the speed limit, Aggravated Assault for engaging in conduct that created a substantial risk or physical injury or death by striking the innocent motorist while trying to flee. Additionally, she is being charged with Felony Theft by Receiving for having an unexplained possession of the stolen Yukon. Additionally, she is being charged with Unauthorized use of Another’s Property for using the stolen Yukon to facilitate another violation without the owner’s knowledge. She is also being charged with Criminal Mischief for the damage caused to the yard as well as the fence. Additionally, she is being charged with Reckless Driving, Defective Tail Lamps and No Seatbelt as the seatbelt was locked in place and showed she was sitting on top of it. She will have a court date set in Washington County Circuit Court. Photos of the damaged fence have been added to the report. At the time of this report, I have been unsuccessful in contacting the property owner of 1195 N White Rock, in person or via phone in reference to the property damage. It should be noted, all three occupants were charged with Theft of Property by Washington County Sheriff’s Office Detectives in relation to the mail seized from the car (WCSO Case # 202302791). My MVR was active throughout the investigation."

[@stevengerda8536]

I hope the postal police get involved and press their own charges also!

[@marywrigjt7614]

I didn't see the whole video but after reading the above report- great job.

[@yomudd4x443]

@@stevengerda8536 I believe mail theft is a federal charge.

[@Grandmawolff]

Damn fine job there Troopers. Blessed be 🙏❤️🐺🐾

[@GizmoBeach]

Defective tail lamp? That’s a night in the box.

[@jcreeker5581]

Wow, the police SUV was 10-7, gets going again, and performs a perfectly timed TIV. Impressive.

[@Al-hf3iz]

Now that is a TVI for the record books. Good job Blue.

[@tarabostick4993]

This video is nuts!! Can you imagine being the civilian in the truck that was caught up in that mess 😬 Great video!!

[@keegan773]

As soon as they say “what did I do” you know you have the right person.

[@stevengerda8536]

There needs to be automatic, at least 2 years, jail time for anyone that runs from police in a vehicle! They put so many lives in danger and being charged for a felony isn't enough! Thanks NST, your work is appreciated!!

[@user-jq5xe3wm8f]

It should be 1 year without parole, for every mile they travel running from Law Enforcement, That would make the Majority not even trying to run, there always are a few brain dead one's who will still run, but with charges like that if a person runs, I do believe the Majority wouldn't even try

[@aodhhanswtor7252]

Hard to do, when people keep electing politicians who want to defund police and not fund detention facilities. @@user-jq5xe3wm8f

[@michaelcorvin4330]

Out of service? Not quite. Damn that was badass!

[@13thcolony57]

The original primary going out of service when he did was actually a blessing. It allowed him to do the PIT surgically. Great job by all. STAY SAFE OUT THERE TROOPERS.

[@kathullen6517]

Trp. H. Hopper (L-39) takes PRIMARY and unconventionally ENDS it....UNconvientionally is right, but heck, his vehicle was already damaged and it saved the other troopers from damage to their car...Hats off to Tpr Hopper!!

[@ReneeKratka]

did that guy actually say "what I do?"!! 😮 omg.

[@LindaZeno]

Yes he did! 🤭

[@tarnsand440]

Typical clown response🤡🤨

[@chadkelham5034]

Typical response from those folks

[@ReneeKratka]

@chadkelham5034 yep. precisely why I can't believe one more fool did, after blantant evidence of what he do.

[@johnniejohnson8026]

It's refreshing to see the Arkansas State Police do what they do best enforcing the law and NST doing what they do best show what law enforcement is suppose to be

[@HeinzTheBaronKraussVonEspy]

NST, I love when you explain what the 10-codes mean. For those of us who aren't in law enforcement it really helps with understanding what's going on. Please keep doing that!

[@steveperry3572]

Cause he use to be an ASP Trooper.

[@lagreen2122]

That person in the white pickup truck who kindly pulled over for the officers must have had a heart attack at the closeness of that pit!

[@Procrastinator1948]

He didn't have a heart attack, he had a stupid attack. Who in their right mind would just sit there with a half dozen cops with guns drawn, when they weren't the one the guns were pointed at? Then, in another massive attack of even more colossal stupidity, he gets out and just casually walks around the back of his truck to gawk at what's going down.

[@Qthekat1984]

He got hit.

[@Qthekat1984]

​@Procrastinator1948 He was checking the damage to his truck. They pitted the Suv, and his truck was hit.

[@rickmiller1429]

@@Qthekat1984 I don't think he did, it was close, no damage that I could see when he drove away.

[@catdaddy2402]

@@rickmiller1429 The report above says he was struck.

[@BlueBeeMCMLXI]

Mail thieves ... I Hate Mail Thieves ...

[@aodhhanswtor7252]

Props to the squad on the side of the road injured, yet with courage and adrenaline to spare. Got back into the fight and gave its life to end the chase before someone was hurt.

[@wisdomrules8474]

That was a SWEET move, Harley! 💙💙💙

[@user-kp3yf1jv3g]

I love to smash the like. Thanks NST for another great premiere.

[@isaac198428]

According to the report, *The girl(Krystal Starr) was driving, the male (Michael Lewis) was in the front passenger seat and the other male (Tristen Mcnamee) was in the back seat* . None of the 3 had been wearing seatbelts in the stolen vehicle as they drove around the county stealing people’s mail. Some of the troopers and local police know the suspects from prior interactions. *All 3 suspects already had ACTIVE warrants and are career criminals* . The girl got the most charges & is the most famous to cops in town amongst the trio.

[@changeitup3030]

Tristin bruised his man-bun

[@user-eq2my7ce1g]

Great job stopping knocking them off the road so they didn't injure those other people. Love this song at the beginning!!!

[@lisakorenek4248]

The best thing for Christmas is New NST videos 🤩😁❤

[@sharonhatfield6646]

Merry Christmas NST and everyone.

[@johndeerefan725]

ASP is very quick and quick enough before OnStar could disable the GMC. Keep up the good content NST.

[@abdullahyldz8900]

Harika bir PIT

[@Genxxxxx]

Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 NST❤

[@grousejr]

👏 . Awesome job

[@joyous8248]

Happy holidays everyone 🎄🎄🎄🎁. Ty my friend for a your great content !!!

[@cindy6495]

Hi again NST, Thank you for another nice video. Have a great evening. ❤

[@Grandmawolff]

Merry Christmas NST. Great live . Blessed be dear friends 🙏❤️🐺🐾

[@sharonhatfield6646]

Merry Christmas, Grandmawolf and family.

[@Grandmawolff]

@@sharonhatfield6646 Merry Christmas to you and the family. Blessed be dear friend 🙏❤️🐺🐾

[@78twood]

Hahahaha great pit Harley 😂 That was unexpected!!

[@the1jackel]

The girl must have been driving. Because the guy came out first on passenger side.

[@user-ui7zp5fr8z]

Maybe she was on top

[@brendajefferson5984]

She was driving, it’s in the report

[@lisakorenek4248]

Merry Christmas NST

[@paulbankard1525]

Legendary PIT. Unconventional doesn't begin to describe it.

[@stevebellia6878]

That was a Great Hit on that vehicle !! You guys are the Best !!!

[@289Mustang67]

I'm honestly not sure what the driver of the Chevy truck was doing. He had been stopped, and when the suspect vehicle came up behind, he was barely moving with his flashers on. Maybe some kind of a mechanical problem. But a bad time to have one. He ended up getting struck.

[@VintageVeritas95]

NOW THATS A PIT!!!! GOOD WORK . DRIVE FAST TAKE CHANCES!

[@garygeorge9648]

Sure hope that car doesn't tilt over on him while he is laying there.

[@davidcastner921]

BLESS YUHS !!!🫡🙏🙏🙏😊

[@Killaegoamigo]

They must have gave em a good deal on them exploders.

[@marpsr]

Nice maneuver! Got ‘im!

[@user-kh2yl6nn3l]

THAT was a beautiful hit . :) You guys didn't take any shit at ALL . LOL Now everyone, take notes .

[@straightforward]

Merry Christmas 🎄NST & all my chat friends!...if I don't get to see you this weekend! Love & Peace of Christ be with you everyday!

[@AMGW]

So many troopers! sorry to miss the chat.

[@NutmegThumper]

@19:00 they had four trailing cars and the trooper says “looks like a private drive”. If only one car stayed back they would have been trapped but they all drove in!

[@mydobie130]

Nice love tap😂😂

[@LatheFix]

One car blocking the entrance to that private drive would have been the play. Sure the fence may have been even more damaged, but that can be repaired.

[@chadkelham5034]

Another classic example of FAFO. NST coming through with nothing but Ws right now

[@warrenscarlett9302]

👍👍👍

[@marywrigjt7614]

👍👍❤️

[@elliecharles5206]

The driver needs the court's to put him in jail a long time

[@brendajefferson5984]

It was the female, older, that was driving!😂. Read the report

[@CLADYJ]

​@@brendajefferson5984😂😂😂👍🏾

[@CrudelyDone]

Chevy could've gotten clear of the situation before the chase got to him, but instead he stopped in the road. For some reason everyone just stops in the road when they see emergency lights. I see so many Ambulances trapped cause everyone thinks "Oh an emergency vehicle! Instead of being aware of my surroundings I'm gonna turn my hazards on and stop where I am."

[@catdaddy2402]

If you read the report above the SUV struck the truck when it went by earlier.

[@fernandogomez893]

didn’t stop drove slowly and what else are you supposed to do when there’s cops coming towards you and behind you

[@thomascoleman8300]

I feel bad for the victims of these crimes if the court system was worried about the victims there would be less repeat/frequent flyers. Great job again for ASP keep at it the court system, may catch up one day.

[@baddriversoflittlerock8359]

The guy they yelled at was part of the scene. That cop needs a talking too.

[@Tayeb-Little-T-]

🚔🚔🚔👮🏽👍🏽

[@sharonh9239]

Poor Tristan laying on the ground with a possible broken leg and that officer is spitting over him. Gross

[@TheDude1764]

Screw Tristan.

[@Speedster___]

5:10 poor Pickup

[@289Mustang67]

The pickup truck shouldn't have been there. I'm hoping it was a mechanical issue at a really bad time, instead of the driver making a bad decision to react to a pursuit by just stopping in the road and staying there. He stopped when the pursuit went past him in the opposite direction, and stayed there until the suspects reversed direction and he got hit.

[@planktonus]

ASP rules

[@DJLILM09]

Harley got mad the suspect mess up hiss car and took him out lol

[@user-oq3do4zs9o]

Good Lord....I wish I could post my next comment on ALL ASP pursuits....OK, here goes.... I have been a research scientist for 33 years.. . You can't research STUPID, because you CANT cure it!!@😅😅 Anyone else agree?? Keep up the good work ASP!!😊

[@levinolan636]

AC DC jailbreak would be good for opening song. Love Asp. There is a lot of dangerous people and we need ASP to control it. Just a fact of reality.

[@kathys7283]

If it wouldn't distract from these sharp trooper uniforms, it would be great for them to have their names across their backs like sports teams. I like to cheer on the great men and women of the ASP as i get my nightly adrenalin rush. Stay safe out there, merry Christmas/holidays, and be blessed in 2024!

[@jenaroguzman3150]

Good p😅

[@user-yg7op9gi7o]

Dayum! Didn't see that PIT coming from the opposite direction.

[@rajun1231]

I can't believe these cops that pull people out of wrecks without any consideration of causing further bodily injury. "I'm going to pull you out, does that sound like a plan?" Heck no. How about calling 10-52? Leave the injured party in the car and let EMT's take care of them. The makings of a major lawsuit against the State.

[@lisag6796]

The vehicle is not on fire either

[@175firefighter]

I hope that kid didn't drive off that was involved in the accident. Would the police insurance pay for the damage to an innocent bystander's car if they pit a suspect into them?

[@BurtonSKnowles]

Perp keeping stereotypes alive one roll over at a time.😅😅😅😅

[@brendajefferson5984]

Huh? Wrong again, the older female was driving, read the report😂

[@mjsteelersnation]

Trooper 39 is a little reckless.

[@user-ui7zp5fr8z]

Wait what! Amazing ASP

[@brendajefferson5984]

The trooper looked like a deer in headlights when the guy told him he wasn’t driving😂😂😂. Acting aggressively and naturally assuming is never good! Calm down young trooper! Calm down!

[@liamterry5301]

Little trooper hooper needs some more training. Think he might get in trouble for that one. 🤔🧐 Oh and taking out the fence 😭🤡🤡🤡🤡

[@KatrinaLPate]

Whoever has their roger beep on needs to turn it off, it is very annoying.

[@duelenigma7732]

What I do says he who speak trash

[@clarkgriswald1768]

Charge these officers with attempted murder for gods sake !!!! What was the reason for deadly force ? ( any pit over 35mph )

[@TheDude1764]

Nope. We pay them extra for this. Keeps the trash out.

[@dcrelief]

[@user-lf1nb3no1q]

Keep these creeps locked up.