Deionte Prescott : The victim was identified as Sarah Smith.

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Man Arrested in West Fargo After Fleeing Fargo Police Officer

A West Fargo man found himself in trouble with the law after he attempted to evade a Fargo police officer in a dramatic turn of events. The incident unfolded near 11th Street and 26th Avenue South, where the man’s car had come to a stop in the middle of the road.

Police Encounter

The situation escalated when the officer approached the vehicle to check on the driver, who then suddenly drove off and disregarded a stop sign. The officer, keen on upholding public safety, decided to initiate a traffic stop. However, the driver made a risky move by driving into oncoming traffic, putting himself and others in danger.

Foot Chase

Despite the reckless driving, officers managed to locate the parked car a short distance away. The driver, identified as 27-year-old Deionte Prescott, attempted to flee on foot and even sought refuge under a nearby vehicle in a bid to evade capture.

Charges Faced

Upon apprehension, Prescott was found to be wanted on two outstanding warrants from West Fargo, including charges for Driving Under Suspension and Reckless Driving. In addition to these charges, he now faces further allegations including Fleeing a Peace Officer in a Vehicle, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Refusal to Halt, Reckless Driving, and Driving under Revocation.

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of attempting to evade law enforcement and the importance of complying with traffic laws to ensure the safety of all road users.

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