High-Speed Chase: 18-Year-Old Woman Arrested in Stolen Jeep Drama

High-Speed Chase: 18-Year-Old Woman Arrested in Stolen Jeep Drama

In a dramatic turn of events in Weslaco, an 18-year-old woman was apprehended following a high-speed chase involving a stolen jeep. The incident, which unfolded this morning, has drawn attention to a concerning trend of vehicle thefts in South Texas.

The Chase Unfolds

According to the Department of Public Safety, the chase began when Carla Miranda Delgado sped away from troopers in a stolen vehicle. Eyewitnesses reported a scene filled with the sound of choppers and a fleet of state troopers in pursuit. One eyewitness remarked, “I got here in the morning and I was drinking my morning coffee. I heard the choppers and I was like, what’s going on? Then I heard five, six state troopers and one of them cut off a Jeep.” The chase ended with Delgado’s arrest when the authorities successfully intercepted her on a section of the highway.

The Charges

DPS Sergeant Maria Hernandez confirmed that Delgado is facing several charges, including unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, evading arrest with a vehicle, and resisting arrest. She is currently held at Hidalgo County Jail awaiting arraignment. This latest arrest adds to the list of stolen vehicle cases of the same make that were stolen from Brownsville. This pattern suggests a rising trend in vehicle thefts in the region.

Rising Vehicle Thefts in South Texas

The arrest has highlighted a growing issue of vehicle thefts, particularly of the same make, in South Texas. Authorities are now investigating a possible connection between these cases. The frequency of these incidents has raised concerns among local residents and law enforcement agencies alike, prompting a call for increased vigilance and preventive measures.

Contact Information for Local Authorities

• Texas Department of Public Safety
• Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office