Bodycam Footage Shows Suspect Fleeing from Mounted Deputies in Jacksonville
Police Chase of a Different Kind
Police chases usually involve cruisers and a suspect speeding off in their vehicle, but a man in Jacksonville who attempted to flee after being suspected of dealing drugs was no match for deputies and their horses.
The Suspect’s Identity Revealed
Jordan Wilson, 25, was charged with resisting an officer without violence to their person.
The Chase Unfolds
According to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, deputies spotted Wilson on Tuesday allegedly handing off drugs. Body camera footage shows Wilson attempting to run away from several mounted deputies as he ran across a street.
A Deputy’s Plea
During the chase, a deputy was heard telling their horse "Get that bad man, Nash."
The Pursuit Comes to an End
The chase, deputies said, happened for about a quarter mile until Wilson stopped running and surrendered.
Conclusion
The incident serves as a reminder that law enforcement agencies are constantly evolving and adapting to new situations, including unconventional pursuits like this one. The use of mounted deputies proved to be an effective way to apprehend a suspect who thought he could outsmart the law.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was the suspect, Jordan Wilson, charged with?
- Resisting an officer without violence to their person
- How long did the chase last?
- Approximately a quarter mile
- What was the suspect allegedly doing when he was spotted by deputies?
- Handing off drugs
