LEONARDTOWN, Md. – On December 19, 2017 at approximately 9:00 a.m., the St. Mary’s County Emergency Communications broadcasted a traffic complaint for a vehicle operating in a reckless manner. TFC M. Manning observed the vehicle in question and also noticed there were no registration plates displayed.
A traffic stop on the vehicle was attempted; however, the operator failed to yield to emergency equipment and a pursuit was initiated. Senior Trooper Davis observed the vehicle and attempted to stop it as well. Stop sticks were deployed by a St. Mary’s County Deputy, which were effective. The operator lost control of the truck and the operator fled from the vehicle.
After a brief foot pursuit by ST Davis and Trooper K. Bauer, the operator was apprehended. It was determined the truck was reported stolen through the Prince George’s County Police Department earlier the same day. The operator of the stolen vehicle was identified as Angel Ceasar Nurse, Jr (B/M, 32 of Sterling, VA).
He was arrested and charged with Motor Vehicle Theft and numerous traffic citations.