The Wake County Sheriff’s Office arrested and charged a man with felony speeding to elude in connection with an Oct. 24 incident.
On Oct. 29, 2024, deputies arrested and charged 31-year-old Devonte J. Watkins with one count felony speed to elude and one count resisting public officer, according to the Wake County Sheriff’s Office.
Around 4:30 p.m. Oct. 24, deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop on NC 540 for a gray Nissan Maxima traveling at a high rate of speed. The driver did not stop.
Deputies pursued the vehicle to the area of NC 540 and I-40 East when the driver jumped and ran from the car, WCSO reported.
Anyone with any information that would assist in the investigation or the location of the driver is asked to call WCSO at 919-856-6911.
This is an ongoing investigation, and there are no additional details at this time.
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