A routine Saturday track meet at Atlantic Community High School in Delray Beach exploded into chaos when a van barreled onto the infield, spun donuts across the turf and sent athletes and spectators scrambling. Meet officials quickly shut the event down as people ran for safety. The driver later surrendered to law enforcement and was taken into custody. School staff said no students were injured.
What officials say
According to CBS12, police arrested 43-year-old Dimson Cazius and booked him on a list of charges that includes trespassing on school grounds, driving with a suspended license, property damage exceeding $1,000, reckless driving, driving under the influence, refusal to submit to DUI testing and resisting an officer. Bond was set at $2,250 for citations issued by Delray Beach police and at $1,750 for felony charges filed by Palm Beach County Schools, the outlet reports. Cazius remained in custody and is scheduled to return to court on April 5, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., according to the same report.
Where it happened
Atlantic Community High School, located at 2455 W. Atlantic Avenue, is part of the Palm Beach County School District, according to the school’s official site. The campus regularly hosts interscholastic track meets and lists Ms. Sandra Edwards as principal.
Video, campus access and school reaction
Video shared on social media captures a van whipping donuts on the field before the driver gives himself up to officers. Witnesses told reporters the vehicle plowed through fencing to reach the infield. The meet was canceled on the spot and no injuries were reported, according to CBS12.
In a statement to CBS12, Principal Sandra Edwards said, “The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority.”
Court date and records
The defendant is slated to appear in Palm Beach County court on April 5, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., and case filings and hearing updates can be tracked through the Palm Beach County Clerk eCaseView portal. Investigators say the matter is still under review, and Delray Beach police are handling follow-up questions about campus access and the extent of property damage…