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Clearwater man caught speeding, flees on foot
The Florida Highway Patrol says they arrested 34-year-old Saeed Ali Williams after he crashed while trying to evade troopers early on Sunday morning.
LARGO, Fla. - A 34-year-old Clearwater man is facing four charges after fleeing from a traffic stop early on Sunday morning, according to officials.
Troopers say Saeed Ali Williams was seen speeding while headed south on I-275 just after 3 a.m. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a trooper turned on their emergency lights and tried to stop Williams.
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Williams sped up and aggressively switched lanes to try to get away, according to authorities.
Troopers say Williams was followed until he crashed on 34th St N north of Ulmerton Rd. He then got out of the car from the driver's seat and fled on foot, according to FHP.
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Authorities say Williams was positively identified as the registered owner of the vehicle and a trooper continued to chase Williams on foot while he ignored commands to stop.
Williams was eventually arrested and taken to the Pinellas County Jail and charged with fleeing and eluding a police officer and resisting an officer without violence (obstruction), according to troopers.
Officials say he was also charged with leaving the scene of a crash involving property damage and violation of parole - trafficking cocaine.