Richmond County Sheriff’s deputies arrested 28-year-old Caleb Snipes on Saturday, March 14, 2026, after a pursuit sparked by a stolen side-by-side utility vehicle from North Augusta.
Chase Breakdown
- Deputies spotted the UTV on a trailer towed by a green Toyota Tacoma on Central Avenue.
- The driver fled a traffic stop, leading a chase; the trailer detached, flipping the UTV onto the road near 15th Street.
- Pursuit continued to westbound Riverwatch Parkway, ending safely with no further incidents.
This cross-jurisdictional case highlights rising stolen vehicle pursuits in the Augusta area, often involving utility gear. Investigation ongoing—watch local roads.
