In a turn of events that reads like a cautionary tale for reckless drivers, a 19-year-old named Omar Munoz found himself in deep trouble with the Fort Pierce police. According to a report from CBS12, after driving recklessly on the very boulevard where the Police Department is situated, Munoz attempted to dodge a routine traffic stop set up by the Port St. Lucie Police Department (PSLPD).
Offering a play-by-play, the PSLPD detailed how Munoz, piloting his Chevrolet Corvette, escalated the situation by actively fleeing from officers. Driving at high speeds, he proceeded onto Airoso Blvd. and tried to escape out of Port St. Lucie’s jurisdiction and into Fort Pierce, supposedly believing he could evade capture. In what seems to be a coordination that can only be described as unfortunate for Munoz, Fort Pierce police were waiting for him at his own residence, ready to make the arrest as soon as he pulled into his driveway.
Upon his arrival at his home, Munoz was greeted by the awaiting officers and promptly taken into custody. The young man was confronted with the consequences of his choices: Munoz’s vehicle was towed and he was booked on counts of fleeing and eluding with a disregard for safety and reckless driving, “according to a CBS12 report…