Lakeland Florida Man Tries To Escape Police With “Nifty Bike Moves” – Crashes
Lakeland Florida has been the setting of not one, but two low speed police chases this week, and both of them ended poorly for the criminal. We already told you about the Lakeland Florida Man who tried to run from the cops using an electric Walmart shopping cart. Speeds during the chase were topping out at 2 mph, but unfortunately for him his escape route went right past a Dunkin Donuts where Polk County Sheriff’s Officers were waiting to arrest him.
This Lakeland Florida Man Tried To Escape On A Bicycle
48-year old David Bell, Jr. of Lakeland, Florida was being sought by deputies for 2 outstanding Polk County warrants. When David saw the police pull up to his spot, he jumped on a bicycle and tried to make the escape. Granted, a bicycle is faster than a Walmart electric shopping cart, but still no match for a police cruiser. Polk County has Dodge Chargers.
Deputy Thompson was in his patrol car and saw David, so he attempted a traffic stop on him. Not going easy, David tried some nifty moves on his bike to get away. But, according to a post by the Polk County Sheriff, “David’s moves weren’t nifty enough, and he crashed on Tillman Road.”
I Didn’t Hear No Bell!
Being a proud Lakeland Florida Man, David was not done, yet. He got up from the bike crash and tried to escape on foot. He took off running, but Deputy Thompson was faster and caught up. After he was taken into custody, David admitted to Deputy Thompson that he ran because he knew he had warrants.
David was taken to the Polk County Jail and booked on those two warrants plus an added count of attempting to flee. That’s a pretty simple rule. If you make a cop have to run after you you’ll always get the ‘attempting to flee’ charge. They don’t like to have to run.
3 of The Top Attractions in the US Are In Florida
The 2024 Travelers’ Choice® Awards Best of the Best Things to Do list is out and there’s a reason why so many people vacation in Florida. 25 of the most loved top attractions in the US made the list, highlighting the highest rated experiences and attractions around the world and in the US based on Tripadvisor reviews.
What’s number one? The Empire State Building in New York City climbed to the top as the No. 1 attraction, not just in the US, but globally. Reviewers are wowed by the 360-degree view of New York, where they can point out all of their favorite landmarks and see up to six states on a clear day. Over 300 reviews deem it a “once in a lifetime” experience and more than 8,000 5-star reviews put this tourist spot on top. Another New York iconic spot also made the top 3 top attractions in the US list.
Top Attractions in the US
- Empire State Building, New York City, New York
- Iolani Palace, Honolulu, Hawaii
- Central Park, New York City, New York
Kristen Dalton, President of Tripadvisor states “Experiences make a trip, and our Best of the Best Things to Do Awards offer some of the highest-rated activities from across the world, highlighted by our community of travelers. Whether you’re a thrill seeker or a leisurely explorer, the ‘Best of the Best’ badge has the seal of approval from global travelers as a source of inspiration for an unforgettable vacation.”
Top Attractions in Florida
Florida still maintains itself as a major tourist destination with 3 of the top attractions in the US being here in the Sunshine State. As a 20 year resident of Florida, I love doing touristy things, but I’m kind of disappointed in myself. I’ve not been to any of these 3 attractions. Yet.
