Video: Ga. Police PIT Maneuver Stops Fleeing Twin Suspects During High-Speed Chase

Georgia police used a PIT maneuver last week to stop twins with active arrest warrants who fled a traffic stop and led multiple agencies on a high-speed chase.

The pursuit began at around 6 p.m. Thursday when Alpharetta police tried to pull over a vehicle with two suspects wanted on active warrants, the department stated in an online news release. One suspect was wanted for burglary, and the other for aggravated assault and armed robbery.

The suspect also were twins with extensive criminal records, WSB-TV reports.

The suspects fled the stop, kicking off a chase that reached speeds of up to 120 mph. Eventually, the pursuit entered Sandy Springs during rush hour, and the city's police department took the lead. 

Finally, a Sandy Springs officer executed a PIT maneuver, sending the vehicle spinning into a barrier. Police dashboard camera footage captured the chase and the stop.

"The PIT maneuver was executed perfectly," Sandy Springs Police Sgt. Giovanni Gomez told WSB. "No other vehicles or property were damaged, and no injuries were reported."

Once their vehicle crashed, the suspects were taken into custody.

"We recognize this situation caused traffic delays and appreciate the community’s patience," the Alpharetta Police Department stated. "Situations like this are a reminder of the work happening every day to keep our roads and neighborhoods safe."