Man Arrested After High-Speed Carjacking Pursuit in Volusia County
A 41-year-old man was arrested in Volusia County after allegedly stealing a car from a woman at a red light and leading deputies on a pursuit that reached speeds of 137 mph.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, August 20, 2026 —
A 41-year-old man is in custody in Volusia County following a carjacking incident and a subsequent high-speed pursuit. The alleged crime occurred when the suspect reportedly stole a vehicle from a woman stopped at a red light.
Following the alleged theft, deputies initiated a pursuit of the stolen vehicle. The chase reportedly reached speeds as high as 137 mph. Further details regarding the conclusion of the pursuit and the arrest of the suspect were not immediately available.
The name of the suspect and the victim were not provided in the available information. The specific location of the red light where the carjacking allegedly took place also remains undisclosed. Information regarding any charges filed against the 41-year-old man was not provided.
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