Garner, North Carolina – Authorities in Garner are actively searching for a 25-year-old man who is wanted in connection with a kidnapping case and managed to escape after a high-speed chase that ended in a dramatic crash late Wednesday night.
The incident began when Garner police attempted to pull over Daveaun Whittle, who was driving a vehicle with expired tags on Garden Glen Drive. The officers noticed that Whittle’s tags were not current, so they attempted a routine traffic stop. However, instead of complying with the police, Whittle responded by showing the officer a photo of his ID on his cell phone and then sped away, starting a chase that would escalate quickly.
According to reports from Broadcastify radio traffic, the officer tried to initiate the stop near Garner Glen, but Whittle took off at high speed. The radio traffic captured the moment, saying, “Subject just took off near Garner Glen, which is a dead end,” indicating that Whittle’s actions were clearly not just an attempt to avoid the traffic stop but also a deliberate attempt to escape the situation entirely.
As the police chased Whittle, they soon discovered that he was wanted for kidnapping charges out of New York. Whittle had a warrant for his arrest, and authorities were seeking to extradite him back to New York to face charges. The kidnapping case involving Whittle had already been flagged, and police were aware of the seriousness of the situation.
The chase continued down Fayetteville Road, where Whittle was reportedly driving at speeds exceeding 90 miles per hour. According to the Garner Police Department, the high-speed pursuit ended when Whittle’s vehicle crashed on Fayetteville Road near U.S. 401. The vehicle rolled over during the crash, but thankfully, no one was injured in the incident, despite the dramatic and dangerous nature of the chase.
After the crash, Whittle managed to flee the scene on foot, and despite an extensive search by law enforcement officers, he remains at large. The Garner Police Department has issued an alert for the public, describing Whittle as a “danger to the public.” Authorities have provided a detailed description of the suspect in an effort to locate him. Whittle is said to be 6 feet 1 inch tall with a heavy-set build. He was last seen wearing dark pants and a blue jacket, with his hair in locs and a beard.
Law enforcement sources have also stated that Whittle may have been heading towards a friend’s house near the intersection of Fayetteville Road and Ten Ten Road. However, despite these leads, the search for the suspect continues, and police are asking for the public’s help in locating him. Whittle has a criminal history, including a conviction for reckless endangerment in New York, which further raises concerns about his potential threat to public safety.
In addition to the kidnapping charges, Whittle is considered a suspect in several other criminal cases, which adds to the urgency surrounding his capture. Given his history and the nature of the crime he is wanted for, authorities are urging anyone who sees him or has any information about his whereabouts to contact the Garner Police Department immediately.
The police department has warned the public not to approach Whittle if they encounter him, as he is considered dangerous. They urge anyone with tips or information to call 911 or reach out to the Garner Police Department’s tip line. In addition to local law enforcement, federal authorities are also involved in the search, and they are working together to try to bring Whittle into custody.
The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers that law enforcement officers face when trying to apprehend individuals who are attempting to evade arrest. Police officers put their safety on the line every day, and in this case, they were fortunate that no one was injured despite the high-speed chase and the crash. However, the situation is far from over, as Whittle is still on the run, and police continue to track down any leads that might help them locate him.
Authorities are also advising residents of Garner and the surrounding areas to stay alert and report any suspicious activity. Whittle’s criminal history, including reckless endangerment, suggests that he may attempt to flee further or get involved in other criminal activities as he evades capture.
As the search for Whittle continues, police are asking the community to be vigilant and to report any information that could lead to his arrest. The case remains under investigation, and more updates are expected as the authorities work together to locate the suspect.
In the meantime, police continue to remind residents that their safety is a top priority, and they are doing everything they can to ensure that Whittle is apprehended as quickly as possible. As the search intensifies, officials are hopeful that with the help of the community, they will be able to locate Whittle and bring him to justice.
