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NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 25, 2026Miami-Dade

Fort Lauderdale Police use Grappler device to end vehicle pursuit and arrest three suspects

Fort Lauderdale Police apprehended three individuals after using a Grappler bumper device to stop a fleeing Jeep involved in a Pompano Beach felony incident. The pursuit, which involved Broward Sheriff’s Office units and air support, concluded near Northwest 16th Avenue and West Sunrise Boulevard on Tuesday.

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Why It Matters

This incident demonstrates the use of specialized police technology in local traffic enforcement and inter-agency coordination between Fort Lauderdale Police and the Broward Sheriff’s Office.

Key Facts

  • Fort Lauderdale Police used a Grappler police bumper to stop a fleeing Jeep.
  • The pursuit began after an officer identified a vehicle linked to a felony in Pompano Beach.
  • The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday.
  • Three suspects were taken into custody after attempting to flee on foot.
  • The Broward Sheriff’s Office provided helicopter and ground unit assistance.
  • The arrest occurred near Northwest 16th Avenue and West Sunrise Boulevard.
  • The Broward Sheriff’s Office is leading the ongoing investigation.

Who's Mentioned

locationPompano Beach“Location of the initial felony incident.”organizationBroward Sheriff’s Office“Assisted in the pursuit and is leading the ongoing investigation.”locationNorthwest 16th Avenue and West Sunrise Boulevard“Location where the pursuit ended.”organizationFort Lauderdale Police“Primary law enforcement agency involved in the pursuit and arrest.”locationInterstate 95“Reference point for the location of the arrest.”