Dashcam Captures SUV Flip and Foot Chase During New Year’s Eve Pursuit
By: Nacogdoches, TX - Dashcam footage released from Nacogdoches, Texas, shows a chaotic New Year’s Eve police pursuit that ended with a violent SUV crash and a suspect fleeing on foot after breaking through a windshield.
The incident occurred as officers pursued a suspect driving an SUV through the city on New Year’s Eve. Dashcam video from a patrol unit documents the pursuit from the officer’s perspective, capturing the moments leading up to the crash and the suspect’s escape attempt.
As the pursuit unfolded, the SUV lost control and flipped, coming to rest after a violent rollover. The video shows the vehicle heavily damaged from the crash, marking a sudden and dangerous end to the chase. Despite the severity of the wreck, the suspect was not stopped by the crash itself.
According to the footage, the suspect exited the overturned SUV by smashing through the windshield. After forcing his way out of the vehicle, he immediately fled the scene on foot, continuing his attempt to escape police custody. The dashcam recording captures the urgency of the moment as officers reacted to the sudden transition from a vehicle pursuit to a foot chase.
The footage has drawn attention for its intensity and the risks involved, highlighting the unpredictable nature of police pursuits. The crash occurred during a time when roads are often busier due to holiday travel and celebrations, adding to the danger faced by both officers and the public.
Authorities have not released additional details within the footage itself regarding the suspect’s identity, possible charges, or whether the individual was ultimately apprehended. The video focuses solely on the pursuit, crash, and immediate aftermath, offering a visual record of the events as they unfolded in real time.