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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayAugust 23, 2026Hillsborough

Florida Highway Patrol arrests man following high-speed wrong-way chase in Hillsborough County

A man was arrested by Florida Highway Patrol troopers after allegedly leading them on a 100-mph chase, driving against traffic, and attempting to ram a patrol vehicle. The incident involved a collision with another vehicle during the pursuit.

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Why It Matters

This incident highlights a significant public safety event involving high-speed reckless driving and an attempted collision with law enforcement on Hillsborough County roads.

Key Facts

  • The suspect led Florida Highway Patrol troopers on a high-speed chase.
  • The pursuit reached speeds of 100 mph.
  • The suspect drove against the flow of traffic.
  • The suspect sideswiped an uninvolved vehicle during the chase.
  • The suspect attempted to ram a patrol car off the road.
  • The suspect was taken into custody by Florida Highway Patrol.

Who's Mentioned

locationSt. Joseph's Hospital South“The hospital where the suspect was treated.”locationU.S. 41“The road where the collision and final crash occurred.”locationHillsborough County“The location where the pursuit occurred.”organizationFlorida Highway Patrol“The law enforcement agency that conducted the pursuit and arrest.”locationInterstate 75“The highway where the pursuit began.”personJohnathan Porubcan“The suspect arrested following the pursuit.”