Teenagers arrested after fleeing in stolen car

 

 

Two teenagers were arrested Saturday after fleeing from Deputies in a stolen Jeep on U.S. 1.

 

Eric Townes, 17, of Stock Island was charged with grand theft auto, fleeing and eluding, resisting arrest, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, hit and run involving property damage, vehicle burglary, petit theft and driving without a license.

 

Gino King, 15, of Key West, was charged with accessory to grand theft auto, resisting arrest, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and trespassing in a posted construction site.

 

The Sheriff’s Office was notified at approximately 5:23 a.m. of a reckless driver, later identified as Townes, northbound near Mile Marker 62. Deputies observed the Jeep speeding and driving on the shoulder. The Jeep did not stop for Deputies.

 

The Jeep reached speeds of 90 mph and the pursuit was terminated for safety reasons. The Jeep eventually turned onto Galleon Road and both suspects then fled on foot. The Jeep was confirmed to be stolen out of Key West. A small amount of marijuana was found inside the vehicle.

 

King was found shortly thereafter. Townes was located later Saturday morning.