Suzuki GSX-R1000 motorcycle flees Arkansas State Police - light tap ends pursuit, suspect runs 🏃🏿‍♂️

Report: On 10/05/2025 at approximately 1403 hours, I, Trooper Bluford, attempted a traffic stop on a blue motorcycle displaying no license plate on Interstate 30 Westbound near mile marker 141. The traffic violation observed was speeding and improper lane change. After observing the traffic violation, I got behind the motorcycle, activated my lights and sirens, and attempted to stop the motorcycle. The driver of the motorcycle, later identified as Craig Washington, turned around and looked as I was attempting to stop him, and then accelerated. Mr. Washington continued from Interstate 30 west at the 141-mile marker to Interstate 30 West at the 133-mile marker. Mr. Washington reached speeds of 120 miles per hour. Mr. Washington changed lanes several times, cutting in between vehicles and driving on the shoulder. Mr. Washington then exited Interstate 30 West at exit 133, where Trooper Hiland took primary control of the pursuit. Mr. Washington continued west onto the I-30 Frontage road before turning north on to University Avenue, where I was able to intercept the pursuit at the Interstate 30 West entrance ramp. Mr. Washington attempted to take the Interstate 30 West entrance ramp before running on foot. Trooper Hiland and I gave chase. Mr. Washington ran northbound in a grassy area before giving up. Mr. Washington was given commands to lie on his stomach several times, and he refused to follow the commands. Trooper Hiland then forced Mr. Washington to the ground with his foot and he was then taken into custody. Mr. Washington was searched and placed inside my patrol vehicle. Mr. Washington was transported to Pulaski County Detention Facility, where he was charged accordingly. Charges: 5-54-125(d)(2) 2023: FLEEING - VEHICLE OR CONVEYANCE - EXCEEDING THE SPEED LIMIT 27-51-104(b)(1): IMPROPER OR UNSAFE LANE CHANGE 5-54-125(c): FLEEING - ON FOOT 27-51-201, 27-50-302(7): SPEEDING - MORE THAN 15 MPH OVER LIMIT