PARKESBURG, PA — A Chester County man is facing felony charges after police alleged he fled from officers during a traffic stop attempt in Highland Township earlier this month.
According to the Parkesburg Borough Police Department, a felony arrest warrant was issued for 44-year-old Herbert E. Mercado following a motor vehicle pursuit that occurred on Tuesday, May 19.
Police alleged Mercado was operating an orange 2011 Mazda CX-9 while his driver’s license was suspended when officers attempted a traffic stop.
According to investigators, Mercado allegedly fled at a high rate of speed rather than stop for police. Authorities further alleged that during the pursuit he nearly caused a crash and placed other motorists at risk.
Court records show the warrant was issued by District Court 15-3-07 on Tuesday, May 19.
Police reported that officers with the Coatesville City Police Department arrested Mercado on Saturday, May 23. Authorities said he was remanded to Chester County Prison following his arrest.
Mercado is charged with felony fleeing and related offenses. A preliminary hearing is pending before District Court 15-3-07, according to police.
All suspects, arrestees, and defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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