Dashcam Shows Ohio Police Use Grappler to Stop Fleeing Suspect

An armed suspect wanted on a felony warrant surrendered to Garfield Heights police after an officer deployed a Grappler to stop his stolen SUV.
March 27, 2026

What to know

  • Garfield Heights police used a Grappler device to stop a suspect wanted on a felony warrant who fled in a stolen SUV during a brief chase Wednesday evening.
  • Dashboard camera footage shows the suspect driving down the centerline of a four‑lane road before a police officer deployed the Grappler, which attached to the SUV and brought it to a stop.
  • Police said the suspect surrendered without incident and faces multiple charges, including possession of a stolen vehicle and firearm, a felony warrant, and fleeing and eluding.

Ohio police officers used a Grappler to stop an armed suspect wanted on a felony warrant in a stolen SUV during a chase Wednesday.

The pursuit happened just before 5 p.m. as Garfield Heights police tried to pull over the suspect, the department stated in a social media post. Dashboard camera footage shows the suspect driving down the centerline of a four-lane road, avoiding cars that tried to get out of the fleeing vehicle's way.

"After 4 minutes of refusing to stop for Officers, we figured it easiest to just stop him ourselves," the department stated.

In the footage, an officer drives up behind the vehicle and deploys a Grappler device, which attaches itself to the SUV's bumper. After the Grappler brings the vehicle to a stop, the suspect surrenders to police and taken into custody.

The suspect faces charges in connection with the stolen car, a stolen firearm and a felony warrant. He also was charged with fleeing and eluding.

"Wrong city young man," the department stated. "We highly recommend traveling elsewhere next time."

About the Author

Joe Vince
Email

Joe Vince

Joining Endeavor Business Media in 2018, Joe has worked on the company's city services publications. He began working at OFFICER.com as the assistant editor. Before starting at Endeavor, Joe had worked for a variety of print and online news outlets, including the Indianapolis Star, the South Bend Tribune, Reddit and Patch.com.
Sign up for our eNewsletters
Get the latest news and updates

Related

Book Excerpt: Tips for Improving Situational Awareness Through Training
Shooting Rhythm: How Shooters Overcome a Training Plateau
First Responder Health & Wellness: An Agency Roadmap
Sponsored
Historic Collaboration, Innovation for the Future
Sponsored

Voice Your Opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Officer, create an account today!