On December 18, 2024 in Caldwell County, Missouri, Trooper Smith noticed a white vehicle approaching him that appeared to be traveling at a high rate of speed. Radar indicated the vehicle’s speed was 65 miles per hour in a 50 mph zone. As the vehicle passed, Trooper Smith noted there was significant damage to the driver’s. Trooper Smith turned around and attempted to catch up to the vehicle, which had increased its speed in an attempt to flee. A pursuit of the Chrysler 300 was initiated through Caldwell and Daviess Counties, with speeds in excess of 100 mph. After a lengthy chase through rural areas, both on and off roads, the vehicle came to a voluntary stop and the suspect was taken into custody.

MSHP Missouri State Highway Patrol state trooper Daviess County Caldwell County gravel road Hamilton J C Penney