A seemingly ordinary morning in Edmond, Oklahoma, took a wild turn when a woman allegedly stole a Mitsubishi truck, leading police officers on a dramatic high-speed chase that culminated in a deliberate crash with a patrol car. The incident, which unfolded on January 2nd, has left the community in shock and disbelief.
The Chase Begins: A Stolen Mitsubishi Truck and a Determined Suspect
The chaos began around 6:00 AM when a maintenance worker at a local school was preparing for his day, warming up his Mitsubishi truck. In a daring move, a woman, later identified as Stephanie Mitchell, allegedly jumped into the vehicle and sped away. Law enforcement was immediately alerted, and the pursuit began.
Body camera footage from multiple officers on the scene reveals the intensity of the chase. “We’re going into Dan Fig Studio…she just blew a light…she’s not stopping, she’s going through the parking lot,” an officer can be heard reporting as the suspect weaves recklessly through traffic, showing a blatant disregard for the safety of others.
A Collision Course: The Suspect Crashes into a Patrol Car
As the chase intensified, the suspect steered the stolen Mitsubishi truck onto a residential lawn. However, instead of stopping, she accelerated, ramming the vehicle headfirst into a parked police cruiser. The impact, captured on both dashcam and bodycam footage, is jarring.
“She’s now, she just hit Oak,” an officer exclaims over the radio, the sound of the collision audible in the background.
A Shocking Turn: The Suspect’s Unexpected Actions
The officers, with their weapons drawn, approached the wrecked Mitsubishi, ordering the suspect to exit the vehicle with her hands raised. However, Mitchell’s response was unexpected, to say the least.
“Let me see your hands, let me see your hands, get out of the car right now, get out of the car, get out of the car, let me see your hands, get on your stomach, get on your stomach right now,” an officer can be heard demanding.
Instead of complying, Mitchell, in a moment of what can only be described as bizarre defiance, pulled up her shirt, exposing herself to the officers. This unexpected turn of events was captured on multiple cameras, leaving no doubt about her actions.
Apprehending the Suspect: A Struggle and Disturbing Statements
Following her indecent exposure, Mitchell continued to resist arrest, prompting the officers to deploy their tasers. The bodycam footage shows the struggle to subdue her as she continued to resist, making disturbing statements like, “You’ll have to kill…kill them…kill them, help me, my gun!”
Despite her resistance, the officers eventually managed to handcuff Mitchell and secure the scene.
The Aftermath: Medical Attention, Charges, and Unanswered Questions
Even after being restrained, Mitchell’s erratic behavior continued. She claimed to have been shot, despite officers assuring her that she had only been tased. Her disorientation and nonsensical statements continued as paramedics arrived to assess her for any injuries.
“They’ve been watering me…I got a gun…he’s raping…y’all put it under my house,” Mitchell rambles incoherently, as captured on the officer’s bodycam.
Following her medical evaluation, Mitchell, whose full name was confirmed as Stephanie Mitchell, was taken into custody. She faces multiple charges, including unauthorized use of a vehicle, attempting to elude police, and assault and battery of a police officer.
The Investigation Continues: Searching for Answers in a Bizarre Case
As the investigation continues, authorities are left grappling with questions about what motivated Mitchell’s reckless behavior. Her erratic actions, coupled with her incoherent statements, suggest the possibility of substance abuse or mental health issues playing a role in the incident.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of law enforcement work and the dangers that officers face daily. The officers involved demonstrated remarkable restraint and professionalism while apprehending a suspect who posed a significant threat to public safety.
While the stolen Mitsubishi truck will undoubtedly need significant repairs, the emotional and psychological impact of this incident on those involved will likely take much longer to heal. The Edmond community is left to make sense of this bizarre and unsettling event, hoping for answers and a return to normalcy.
