FHP Pursuit Ends in Crash, Suspects Escape as Guns and Drugs Are Found

Photo Credit: Florida Highway Patrol (FHP)

By Ciara Perez, Senior Multimedia Correspondent

iSkyNews.com (ISN) – Published June 3rd, 2026

FHP Pursuit Ends in PIT Maneuver, Suspects Flee on Foot; Guns and Marijuana Recovered

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — Florida Highway Patrol troopers are searching for multiple suspects after a high-speed pursuit early Wednesday morning ended with a PIT maneuver, the recovery of multiple firearms, and the discovery of a large quantity of marijuana.

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the incident began at approximately 3:00 a.m. on June 3, 2026, when troopers observed a speeding vehicle traveling southbound on Interstate 75 near Mile Marker 250.

Authorities said the driver refused to stop, prompting troopers to initiate a pursuit. The chase continued to State Road 674, where troopers successfully executed a Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT) maneuver near U.S. Highway 301, bringing the fleeing vehicle to a stop.

Following the maneuver, several male occupants fled from the vehicle on foot and remain at large.

After securing the vehicle, troopers conducted a search and discovered three firearms, including two pistols and one AR-15-style rifle. Investigators also determined that one of the firearms had been reported stolen.

In addition to the weapons, troopers recovered a gallon-sized zip-lock bag containing marijuana from inside the vehicle.

The suspects have not yet been identified, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding the suspects is urged to contact the **Florida Highway Patrol by dialing FHP (347)or **Crime Stoppers at TIPS.

Watch the pursuit video provided to iSkyNews.com by the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) to see the dramatic conclusion of the chase and the moments leading up to the PIT maneuver.

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