As of last night, Slidell Police were on the search for a suspect that led officers on an early evening high-speed chase, leaving one officer injured.
Shortly after 5:30pm, a Slidell Police detective observed a blue Can-Am Maverick X3 driving recklessly though the busy Fremaux Town Center by running vehicles off the road and traveling of speeds upwards of 80 miles per hour.
As officers tried to stop the vehicle, the driver fled, leading multiple Slidell Police officers on a chase through the city.
The suspect was able to elude officers by taking his vehicle off-road (along a levee near Oak Harbor) and cut through to Interstate 10, where officers ultimately lost sight of the off-road vehicle.
During the chase, an officer was involved in a crash, sending that officer to a local hospital.
Slidell Police want your help with information about the suspect. He is described to be a light skinned, African American male, in his late teens or early 20’s, with short dreadlock style hair.
Slidell Police believe the suspect lives in the Slidell area.
Anyone with information about this suspect is asked to call Slidell Police at 985-643-3131 (option 9) or Crimestoppers at 504-822-1111. You can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward.
