High Speed Chase

Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. High-speed police chases have become commonplace without regard to citizen safety. There are very few sidewalks in south Monroe, and other roadways have no shoulder space, which makes getting struck by vehicles extremely likely. Luckily, no pedestrians have been injured or killed by a high-speed vehicle chase. The risks are too great. Having a criminal record has been proven to keep some people held back from living productive lives, which should prompt the question - is it worth it? According to police, on July 28, 2023, deputies with the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office observed a vehicle that deputies said failed to properly use the turn signal while turning from Gordon Ave. to Johnston St. in Monroe, LA. When deputies attempted to make a traffic stop, the driver in the vehicle allegedly sped off, and a high-speed chase ensued. Deputies said the driver allegedly ignored the flashing emergency lights as the vehicle increased speed. The report said deputies were led on a high-speed chase that covered several blocks before the vehicle came to a stop. Deputies came in contact with the driver, identified as Cedric D. Comanche.

Deputies searched Comanche, where they allegedly found an illegal substance. After questioning Comanche, deputies said he admitted that he fled from deputies because he didn’t know if the vehicle had insurance. Comanche was then arrested and taken into custody, facing charges of Flight from an Officer, Possession of a Dangerous Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Simple Criminal Damage to Property.