West Palm Beach, Florida – A late-night armed robbery in downtown West Palm Beach ended with a dramatic crash on Interstate 95 and a foot chase that led to an arrest. Police say the suspect attempted to flee after losing control of his vehicle but was ultimately taken into custody following a brief pursuit.
Incident Overview
According to authorities, officers with the West Palm Beach Police Department responded to reports of an armed robbery near the city’s downtown transit corridor late Monday night. The incident unfolded close to the Brightline train station, an area that typically sees steady pedestrian and vehicle traffic even during late hours.
Police quickly launched an investigation, identifying both the suspect and the vehicle believed to be involved within minutes of the initial call.
Timeline of Events
The robbery was reported at approximately 11:20 p.m. on January 19, near Evernia Street and Quadrille Plaza Drive. Officers canvassed the area and obtained information that led them to a suspect vehicle heading southbound on Interstate 95.
Law enforcement units attempted to track the vehicle as it traveled through Palm Beach County. During the attempted escape, the driver lost control and crashed along the interstate…