Police Say Man Ran from Crash Site, Leaving Injured Family Behind In Central Texas

Florence police are asking for the public’s help after reports that a suspect, identified as Simarre Harris-Brunson, fled from officers in a vehicle and led police on a high-speed chase on Christmas Eve, according to authorities and KWTX.

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The pursuit reached speeds of nearly 120 miles per hour and ended in a major crash followed by a vehicle fire, police stated. Authorities described the suspect’s actions as reckless, noting that Harris-Brunson collided with another vehicle, causing it to roll over before catching fire. Police say Harris-Brunson then fled the scene on foot, leaving his sister and her five-year-old child inside the burning vehicle.

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A warrant has been issued for Harris-Brunson for evading arrest in a motor vehicle with serious bodily injury, a third-degree felony, as well as injury to a child, elderly, or disabled individual, a felony. An additional out-of-county warrant has also been issued in Bell County. Residents are advised to call 911 immediately if they see the suspect or know his whereabouts. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may contact Williamson County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-253-7867 or visit www.wilcocrimetips.com