A car chase initiated by the Florida Highway Patrol in Jacksonville on Wednesday morning ended in a multi-vehicle collision near Cesery Boulevard and the Arlington Expressway Service Road. According to Action News Jax, the pursuit began when the patrol tried to pull over a driver in a stolen vehicle, prompting the driver to flee the scene.
The pursuit ended in a crash involving three cars, with one passenger sustaining minor injuries. "FHP was attempted to stop subject for stolen vehicle/stolen tag. Driver fled scene from trooper. Driver in custody for multiple criminal charges. Female subject at large," the Florida Highway Patrol posted on social media. This information was confirmed by a statement obtained by Action News Jax.
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to the accident. Due to the ongoing investigation and cleanup, officials advised drivers to avoid the area, as road closures were in effect for several hours. News 4 Jax provided updates on the situation, reporting that as of 9:50 a.m., the intersection remained blocked. The driver who led authorities on the chase is facing multiple criminal charges, and a woman connected to the incident is still being sought. Details about her involvement remain unclear.
