HAINES CITY, Fla. — A routine traffic stop turned into a dramatic police chase when Willie Pierce, 43, fled from officers, crashed his truck, and was later found in possession of 4 pounds of methamphetamine and over $23,000 in cash, according to the Haines City Police Department.
The Arrest:
Around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, officers attempted to stop Pierce after he ran a stop sign at Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Way and Citrus Ave.
Instead of stopping, Pierce sped away, losing control and crashing into a fence and an unoccupied truck.
He then tried to flee on foot but was tased and arrested by officers.
What Police Found:
3.99 pounds of methamphetamine
15 grams of marijuana
$23,713 in cash
Charges Against Pierce:
Fleeing and eluding
Leaving the scene of a crash
Trafficking in methamphetamine
Keeping a shop/maintaining a vehicle for drug activity
Possession of cannabis
Possession of paraphernalia
Violation of probation
Criminal History:
Police say Pierce has a history of drug-related offenses, including fleeing law enforcement, conspiracy to purchase cocaine, and resisting arrest.
Pierce is currently being held without bond as he faces multiple felony charges.
