LANCASTER COUNTY, NE.—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect following a high speed interstate chase on Monday.
Just before 12:30a.m. Monday, a state trooper observed a westbound Chevrolet Camaro speeding on Interstate 80 in Lincoln, according to a media release. The trooper clocked the vehicle traveling at 128 miles per hour in the 65 miles per hour zone. The trooper attempted to perform a traffic stop, but the vehicle increased speed and fled.
The trooper initiated a pursuit as the Camaro fled westbound on. After a short time, troopers were able to successfully deploy stop sticks to slow the vehicle. The Camaro then came to a stop near Milford. The driver identified as 33-year-old Mamell Martinez, Hinesville, Georgia, was immediately taken into custody.
The entire pursuit lasted less than ten minutes. During the pursuit, the Camaro reached speeds in excess of 155 miles per hour.
The driver, Jamell Martinez, 33, of Hinesville, Georgia, was arrested on requested charges of willful reckless driving, flight to avoid arrest, and traffic violations. He remains in the Lancaster County Jail.