DALLAS, TX – A police pursuit that began in Grand Prairie early Saturday morning ended in a fatal collision, claiming the life of a 25-year-old woman. The suspect, a 26-year-old man with a history of violent offenses, is now facing a slew of charges, including murder and evading arrest.
The chase began around 2 a.m. when a Grand Prairie police officer attempted a traffic stop on a red Camaro with expired registration. The driver, identified by police as a known gang member, initially pulled into a Family Dollar parking lot before speeding away toward Interstate 30. The pursuit continued into Dallas, with speeds reaching up to 120 mph, posing significant danger to other drivers.
The chase took a tragic turn when the Camaro exited at Southampton Road and collided with a disabled Honda Accord on the service road. Inside the Honda, officers found Asiana Gray, 25, who was unresponsive and later pronounced dead at a local hospital.
The driver of the Camaro and a passenger attempted to flee the scene on foot. Police managed to apprehend the driver after a brief struggle, during which a Taser deployment failed. The suspect, now back in the Dallas County Jail, was wearing a neck brace at the time of his arrest.
Investigators revealed that the suspect claimed he was forced to flee by passengers holding him at gunpoint. However, police are scrutinizing this account as they continue their investigation. The second suspect, the passenger in the Camaro, remains at large.
The driver has a lengthy criminal history in Dallas County, with charges dating back nearly a decade. Most recently, he was out on bond for a violent home invasion in Irving, where he allegedly held children at gunpoint. In light of the recent events, he now faces additional charges, and authorities are awaiting the results of a blood test that could lead to a driving while intoxicated charge.
As the investigation unfolds, police are urging anyone with information about the passenger who fled the scene to come forward. The Grand Prairie officer involved in the chase was alone at the time, highlighting the challenges faced during such high-stakes pursuits.