it sounds like Sebastian is [Music] backing on April 10th 2020 at approximately 6:38 a.m. on US Highway 71 in Arkansas a dangerous high-speed Pursuit began to unfold it started when a US Forest Service Officer witnessed a black Dodge Ram 1500 pickup driven by 34-year-old Justin battenfield run a red light in Fort Smith and refus to stop what began as a routine traffic violation quickly escalated into a full-blown chase after about 17 minutes the Arkansas State Police took over the pursuit battenfield sped down a five Lane Road known as Zero Street weaving dangerously into oncoming traffic at high speeds recognizing the growing threat to Public Safety the order was given to stop the suspect's vehicle by any means necessary the video you're about to see provided by the Arkansas State Police captures the entire Pursuit from the dash cams of Trooper Michael Springer and Trooper Shawn Ellis as the chase progresses battenfield becomes increasingly Reckless and desperate endangering not only himself but also the officers and innocent motorists around him this tragic morning was marked by a series of critical decisions some Made In the Heat of the Moment others stemming from one bad choice Justin battenfield decision to flee instead of pulling over now let's watch the full video and consider whether anything could have been done differently to prevent the heartbreaking outcome that followed stay until the end for a shocking update on the parties involved in this case at 6:47 a.m. in the area of youngridge Road just beyond the end of the four-lane stretch Trooper Michael Springer spotted the suspect vehicle speeding Northbound three marked law enforcement units were already in Pursuit as the vehicle entered the expanded Highway section the patrol units pulled to the right allowing Trooper Springer to take the lead in The Chase [Music] Springer notified troop H dispatch that he would be attempting a Precision immobilization technique commonly known as a pit maneuver to end the pursuit as he moved his Patrol vehicle alongside the black pickup to execute the maneuver the suspect veered aggressively toward him trying to block the effort Springer stayed in the chase attempting several more times to position himself correctly but the suspect continued to thwart him by weaving between lanes and breaking suddenly often while traveling over 90 mph 34 is in the car 10 19 as they neared the intersection of State Highway 10 spur the suspect drove recklessly along the outside shoulder weaving past several Vehicles the same behavior was repeated as they approached the intersection of State Highway 45 East while Trooper Springer shifted to the inside shoulder to pass traffic Trooper Ellis moved into the lead as they crossed through the US 71 and sh45 Junction Trooper Ellis attempted multiple pit Maneuvers but each effort was unsuccessful due to the erratic and dangerous movements of the suspect [Music] vehicle rer Ellis is working hard to get into position for a pit maneuver but every time he closes in Justin Batton Fields Reckless and unpredictable driving throws off the timing you can see just how dangerous the situation becomes as battenfield swerves violently blocking each attempt and forcing Trooper Ellis to back off at the last second it's a tense game of cat and mouse and Baton Field's desperate moves are making it nearly impossible to safely end the pursuit if you enjoy our videos take just a second to hit the like button and subscribe to real crime videos it's a simple click but it makes a huge impact telling YouTube to share our content with more people who love real crime stories your support means everything thank you we trying to get up there blocking near the intersection of us71 and State Highway 255 also known as Zero Street the suspect diverted off the main road cutting across a parking lot to avoid the intersection from there he began speeding eastbound on Zero Street blowing through intersections and endangering motorists in his path near 66th Street the situation escalated further when the suspect entered a westbound Lane already occupied by oncoming tra traffic forcing drivers to Swerve out of his way I want to get the with speed soaring well over 90 mph battenfield shows zero regard for the red lights he blazes through he Rockets across intersections without hesitation turning every light into a gamble miraculously no other vehicles enter the cross traffic narrowly avoiding what could have been a devastating Collision the danger is real and battenfield Reckless determination pushes the chase into truly terrifying territory battenfield is now flying down the center turn lane veering into oncoming traffic with Reckless abandon he barrels straight toward unsuspecting drivers people just starting their day heading to work or dropping their kids off at school completely unaware that danger is speeding straight at them cars swerve and break to avoid a head-on collision as battenfield threads the needle between vehicles in a desperate attempt to outrun the law it's a heart pounding moment where chaos is inches from catastrophe Trooper Ellis knows he has to act now before battenfield kills someone Trooper Ellis's dash cam captures the heart stopping moment his patrol car collides with battenfield truck at speeds exceeding 100 mph in an instant the impact sends the truck skidding sideways its driver's side tires biting into the dirt and triggering a violent Airborne rollover as the truck flips Ellis's Cruiser is launched off it like a ramp Soaring Over 30 ft into the air before crashing straight through a telephone pole with explosive force both vehicles Slamm back to Earth upside down a scene of absolute destruction authorities later confirm that 34-year-old Justin battenfield died at the scene from his injuries miraculously Trooper Ellis survived the dramatic crash and was transported to the hospital where he was treated and released the same day this Pursuit took place on April 10th 2020 while while Gathering details and facts surrounding the incident we came across a heartbreaking update just 2 years later on Friday February 11th 2022 End of Watch came for Arkansas State Police Officer Corporal Michael R Springer who tragically passed away due to complications from covid-19 which he contracted in the line of duty Corporal Springer was a proud United States Navy veteran and a dedicated public servant who Faithfully served with the Arkansas State Police for 33 years he was assigned to troop H and was known for his commitment professionalism and courage throughout his career he is deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his wife two daughters two grandchildren and a sister Corporal Springer's Legacy continues to live on through his service his family and the many lives he touched along the way