Florida Police Use Grappler to Stop Fleeing Vehicle with Drugs and Gun

In Plant City, Florida, suspects fleeing police threw a backpack containing a firearm and narcotics from their vehicle before officers deployed a Grappler device to halt the car.

Florida Police Use Grappler to Stop Fleeing Vehicle with Drugs and Gun

A man and woman driving in Plant City, Florida, attempted to escape from law enforcement during a traffic stop, according to GMX. The pair fled in their vehicle, prompting a pursuit.

During the chase, the occupants tossed a backpack out of the car. Officers later recovered the bag and discovered it held a handgun and illegal substances.

To end the pursuit, police deployed a Grappler, a specialized device that attaches to the rear of a suspect's vehicle. The tool allows officers to slow or stop a fleeing car without using high-speed ramming techniques.

The successful use of the Grappler brought the chase to a close, enabling authorities to take the suspects into custody.

Source: Google News CH — Crime (de)