In Dorchester County, South Carolina, 18-year-old Diany Diaz was arrested after leading deputies on a high-speed chase through a neighborhood. Diaz is facing charges for failure to stop for blue lights after she allegedly fled from law enforcement following a disturbance. The incident unfolded in the “The Ponds” neighborhood, where Diaz disregarded stop signs and drove recklessly in an attempt to evade capture. After the pursuit, Diaz stopped her vehicle and was taken into custody.
The Incident and Pursuit
The incident began on Thursday when deputies responded to a disturbance involving a black Volvo on the 400 block of Coopers Hawk Drive. The complainant reported that as she tried to approach the vehicle, Diaz sped away. Deputies were able to locate the suspect vehicle shortly after and initiated a traffic stop by activating their blue lights.
Instead of pulling over, Diaz attempted to evade law enforcement by maneuvering around the patrol vehicle and speeding up. The chase led deputies through “The Ponds” neighborhood, where Diaz was observed running several stop signs and driving recklessly. Despite the dangerous driving, deputies continued their pursuit.
The chase eventually ended on Oak View Way, where Diaz stopped her vehicle and was taken into custody. When questioned by deputies about her actions, Diaz explained that she was attempting to “prank” the complainant, an explanation that did little to lessen the seriousness of the incident.
Consequences of Fleeing from Law Enforcement
The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office emphasized the serious consequences of fleeing from law enforcement and driving recklessly. While Diaz may have seen her actions as a prank, fleeing from deputies and driving recklessly put both herself and others at risk. The Sheriff’s Office reminded the public that such behavior could lead to severe legal consequences, including additional charges and penalties for endangering public safety.
Arrest and Detention
Diany Diaz was transported to the L.C. Knight Detention Center, where she is currently being held. Authorities have charged her with failure to stop for blue lights, a charge that reflects her refusal to comply with law enforcement’s attempts to stop her.
This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers associated with fleeing from law enforcement and driving recklessly. While Diaz may have thought her actions were harmless, they had the potential to lead to much more serious consequences. As law enforcement continues to address these types of offenses, it is important for the public to understand the risks and legal ramifications of evading police and driving recklessly in public areas.
