By Shawn Henry 
A driver attempting to evade police in an Arctic White C8 Corvette Stingray ended the night in custody after crashing into a tree in Orange County. The incident occurred Monday night after officers initiated what began as a routine traffic stop, according to information released by the Brea Police Department.
Officers attempted to pull the Corvette over, but the driver chose not to comply. Instead, the sports car accelerated away from the patrol vehicle. Dashcam video from the police cruiser shows the Corvette speeding off and making a sharp left turn before it disappeared from the camera’s view.
The pursuit was short-lived. Moments later, officers located the Corvette off the roadway in a wooded area. The vehicle had left the road and struck a tree head-on, with its front end visibly embedded in the trunk. The crash appeared severe, given the condition and position of the vehicle.
Despite the impact, the driver did not appear to suffer serious injuries. Dashcam footage shows the individual exiting the Corvette and surrendering to officers with hands raised. Police took the driver into custody without further resistance or incident at the scene.
A search of the Corvette followed the arrest and provided additional context for the attempted escape. Officers discovered a loaded handgun inside the vehicle along with a controlled substance. Police indicated these findings likely contributed to the driver’s decision to flee rather than stop when first signaled.
Authorities have not released the identity of the driver or specific details regarding potential charges. No further information has been provided about whether additional suspects were involved or if anyone else was injured during the incident.
The crash left the Corvette heavily damaged, bringing a sudden end to the brief attempt to outrun police. The investigation remains ongoing, and officials have not announced whether more information will be released at a later time.
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