NORTH CAROLINA — A man with multiple felony charges was taken into custody Friday afternoon after attempting to flee from police during a traffic stop, according to the Apex Police Department.
Officers said they attempted to make contact with the driver during a traffic stop around noon, but the man refused to pull over. During the incident, a passenger exited the vehicle near East Williams Street at U.S. Highway 1. Police have not identified the passenger but said the individual was not involved and did not pose a threat to the community.
A short distance later, the vehicle became disabled, police said. The driver then exited the car and fled on foot, running through the property of Lufkin Middle School.
Authorities said the school’s resource officer was on campus at the time and placed the school into safety protocols as a precaution. Police emphasized that the suspect did not directly confront any students or staff.
Officers established a perimeter and deployed K-9 units and drones to assist in the search. The man was ultimately located and arrested near Ten Ten Road.
“Today’s incident highlights the outstanding work of Apex Police officers and the value of specialized resources that enhance public safety. Tools like our K9 units and drone technology allow us to locate suspects more quickly, establish containment safely, and reduce risk to the community,” police said in a news release Friday.
Police have not released the name of the suspect or the specific charges he faces.
