30 Sep 2026, Wed
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Modern Corvettes can give police fits during a chase, especially with a capable driver at the wheel, and a suspect in a C6 proved the point by fleeing an officer who ended up wrecking in the pursuit. The fast coupe made for a difficult target.

Chasing a nimble, powerful sports car carries real danger for pursuing officers. The crash highlights the risks inherent in high-speed pursuits and the tough calculations police must make when a quick vehicle refuses to pull over.