A high-speed police pursuit in Erwin ended dramatically when an officer used a pit maneuver, causing the suspect’s vehicle to swerve into a ditch. Authorities report the driver, who was already on parole, fled on foot after refusing to stop. The chase concluded with the officer deploying a taser, allowing for the suspect’s arrest. He now faces several additional charges stemming from this incident. The Harnett County Sheriff’s Office has been called in to lead the ongoing investigation, as officials work to determine all the circumstances surrounding the pursuit and arrest. No injuries have been reported.
