NEWARK, Del. – A late-night traffic stop on Route 40 resulted in serious charges for a motorist who was clocked driving recklessly at excessive speeds Thursday evening.
Members of the Active Crime Trends Team were patrolling the Pulaski Highway area around 10:45 p.m. on February 26th when they witnessed a green Dodge Challenger speeding dramatically while burning rubber and committing numerous traffic infractions. Officers reported the vehicle was clocked traveling more than 100 miles per hour.
The high-speed chase and subsequent arrest led to charges including driving under the influence and illegal firearm possession. The incident occurred in the heavily traveled Route 40 corridor, where police have increased patrols as part of ongoing crime prevention efforts.
Authorities have not released the identity of the suspect pending formal charges. The arrest highlights ongoing concerns about dangerous driving behaviors on major roadways in New Castle County.
