14 Year Old In High Speed Car Chase
There is a dashcam video from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) that is getting a lot of interest. No, it’s not just because of the rate of speed as they pursued the driver through Ocala at nearly 1 a.m. On August 19 the stop was initially because the car was without a license plate. No, a lot of the reason for interest is that the driver was only 14 years old.
Aldyn Rowe refused to stop and sped away from deputies who then initiated a vehicle pursuit with their lights and sirens activated. This went on for several miles.
As the pursuit continued toward the city of Ocala, the MCSO Aviation Unit arrived in the area and began to observe Rowe’s vehicle from above. The vehicle pursuit was terminated because traffic was becoming more congested, and AIR-1 could safely continue to maintain a visual. The Aviation Unit provided updates to deputies on the ground as Rowe drove across railroad tracks, through grass lots, and through the parking lots of closed businesses in an attempt to elude deputies. Ocala Police Department (OPD) officers also followed Rowe and assisted by deploying stop sticks, which were successful in disabling the right rear tire of Rowe’s vehicle.
Off-duty Deputy Jasmine Kephart joined the pursuit and conducted a P.I.T. maneuver, but Rowe was able to retain control of the vehicle and continued driving. Deputy Kephart conducted a second P.I.T. maneuver, which successfully brought an end to the pursuit. Additional deputies boxed Rowe in and detained him, along with his two young friends who were passengers.
Rowe was arrested and transported to the Juvenile Booking area at the Marion County Jail for processing.
Not A Shopping Pleasure For Pets In Publix
Publix has garnered attention recently for enforcing its "no pets allowed" rule by displaying new signs across Southeastern locations. Publix has emphasized its existing service animal policy, asking customers to adhere to the rule and not bring "non-service animals" into the stores.
The signs clarify that only trained service animals which assist individuals with disabilities, are permitted on the premises. This move has sparked mixed reactions from patrons in various locations leaving many upset.
