In a classic “Florida man” fashion, a driver in a BMW SUV went on a high-speed chase, reaching speeds over 120 mph, in an attempt to evade highway patrol officers. The determined driver, refusing to yield, faced multiple collisions as the police officers repeatedly rammed the runaway SUV. However, it was not until several cop cars strategically surrounded the vehicle on the side of the highway that the driver finally came to a stop.
A Florida man driving a BMW SUV refused to stop for pursuing cops until his vehicle was smashed and trapped
In a viral video that has garnered tens of thousands of likes, an intense dash cam footage captures a police officer engaged in a pursuit of a gray BMW X3 SUV. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) officer skillfully maneuvers his vehicle on the Tampa highway, expertly positioning himself to potentially ram the BMW.
The X3 allegedly reached speeds exceeding 120 mph in an attempt to evade the police. However, a second FHP Dodge Charger intercepted the Bimmer, effectively preventing it from fleeing. Instead of hitting the X3’s quarter panel, the chase vehicle collided with its rear bumper.
The BMW SUV was hit with such force that it was lifted off its rear wheels and collided with the left-hand barrier of the highway. To everyone’s surprise, the X3 landed on the hood of the police car that was chasing it. Fortunately, other police units quickly surrounded the damaged SUV, preventing it from escaping any further.
The social media response to the incident was, as anticipated, quite interesting. One user humorously remarked, “Just your average BMW owner (I own a BMW).” Another comment took a more extreme tone, stating, “He should be sent to jail…forever!” Such varied reactions highlight the diverse opinions people hold on the matter.
A social media user who seems to be misinformed expressed surprise, stating, “I can’t believe the Karenmobile can reach 120 mph.” However, it should be noted that while the third-generation BMW X3 may not be as powerful as an M3 or an M5, reaching speeds of 120 mph is within the realm of possibility for this SUV.
According to the Bavarian brand, the G01 X3 M40i, equipped with the powerful B58 inline-six-cylinder engine found in the BMW M240i, can reach a top speed of 155 mph. This means that the higher-end BMW SUV is far from being a run-of-the-mill vehicle. On the other hand, the less powerful xDrive30i model has a top speed of around 130 mph.
Watch the video of the audacious escape attempt below!