Teenager Arrested After High-Speed Chase Reaches 106 MPH in Beaufort

Teen Caught in a High-Speed Chase in Beaufort

Beaufort, SC – In a wild turn of events that sounded more like an action movie than real life, local authorities recently apprehended a teenager who was caught speeding at a staggering 106 mph on a busy highway. The adventure unfolded around 10 p.m. on November 9, as a Beaufort County Sheriff’s Deputy was patrolling Trask Parkway. Little did he know, he was about to witness a high-octane chase that would leave many scratching their heads.

A Night of Reckless Driving

According to the report from the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, the deputy spotted a speeding Ford Raptor truck zooming past him. Thanks to the officer’s trusty Stalker radar, it was recorded that the robot-controlled device clocked the truck at an eye-watering 106 mph — that’s a whopping 46 mph over the 60 mph speed limit! But hold on! As soon as the driver spotted the patrol car, he slowed down *just* a tad to 97 mph in a futile attempt to outsmart the law.

Things took a dramatic turn when the deputy decided to pursue the speedy truck. With blue lights flashing and siren blaring, the officer sped up, only to find himself chasing the Raptor at speeds exceeding 100 mph. Imagine the thrill — or maybe sheer panic! All of this excitement ended when the driver, who later turned out to be a juvenile, ran a red light at the intersection with Bruce K Smalls Drive and made a sharp left onto Detour Road.

Ending the Chase

As heart-stopping as this chase was, things got even trickier for the deputy. He was ordered by his sergeant to terminate the pursuit due to safety concerns. Just when it seemed like the incident was over, fate had another twist in store. A few minutes later, while assisting a South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP) trooper at a traffic stop on Detour Road, the deputy was shocked to discover that the stopped vehicle was indeed the Raptor he had just been chasing.

Consequences for the Young Driver

The driver, whose name and exact age remain undisclosed due to his juvenile status, was detained and faced multiple citations. His reckless journey included charges for driving without a license, fleeing from police, and speeding over 25 mph beyond the limit. Talk about a tough night!

When the young driver’s mother arrived at the scene, she told officers that she had given her son permission to drive the truck. Well, kids will be kids! But her kind-hearted gesture didn’t let her off the hook, as she received a citation as well for allowing an unlicensed driver to take the wheel.

A Dangerous Road

It’s crucial to mention that U.S. 21, the very road where this reckless episode unfolded, has not been the safest place to be. From 2020 to mid-2024, it recorded a whopping 240 collisions in Beaufort County, making it one of the most dangerous roadways in the region. With numbers like that, this incident serves as a reminder for everyone to drive safely and responsibly.

This cheeky adventure proves that sometimes, reality can be far crazier than fiction, especially on the highways of Beaufort. Let’s hope our young driver learns from this experience and makes better choices in the future, for his safety and the safety of everyone on the road!