The Colorado State Patrol is sharing a new video of a motorcyclist allegedly evading police when asked to pull over. This happened on July 5 off C470 in Jefferson County.
The troopers originally tried pulling over the rider for reckless driving, but instead of the rider following orders, troopers said he sped off, going more than 120 mph. Troopers said it was quite the chase, but ended up contacting and arresting the rider even after he was suspected of trying to hide at a local business in Golden.
“Having the aircraft in the sky took the dangers away from us as well,” said Trooper Hunter Matthews, Colorado State Patrol. “Our officers can stay put where they are and have the aircraft follow. However, if we didn’t have the aircraft, it would just cause immediate danger to everyone involved.”
The rider arrested is facing charges of reckless driving and felony eluding. Troopers say if you ever see anyone do this, call *CSP or *277. Troopers said it’s best to provide the type of bike they are driving, including sports bikes or Harleys, for example. Also, provide the color of the bike with the license plate by state, what the driver is wearing, and if they have any facial hair…