News Summary
A 27-year-old man, Mathew Wayne Drawhorn, was arrested in San Antonio after ramming a stolen SUV into several police vehicles while attempting to evade arrest. The incident escalated in a motel parking lot on Interstate 35, where Drawhorn confronted officers and caused significant damage to police units. He now faces serious charges, including aggravated assault against a public servant. This alarming event underscores the dangers law enforcement officers face daily as investigations continue into Drawhorn’s actions leading up to the arrest.
San Antonio Man Arrested After Ramming Stolen SUV into Police Vehicles
In a shocking incident that unfolded late at night on January 24, a man in San Antonio found himself in a heap of trouble after he rammed a stolen SUV into several police vehicles. The individual in question, Mathew Wayne Drawhorn, 27, was taken into custody and is now facing serious charges, including aggravated assault against a public servant.
The Scene of the Incident
The dramatic events took place in a motel parking lot on Interstate 35 North at around 11:19 PM. Officers received a call about a suspicious vehicle and discovered Drawhorn snoozing away in the front seat of a slick black Chevy Tahoe. A routine license plate check revealed the shocking news – the vehicle had been reported stolen!
Attempt to Apprehend
Determined to bring the situation under control, officers from five marked patrol vehicles swooped in to block Drawhorn’s escape and make an arrest. However, as officers woke up Drawhorn, things took a dangerous turn. In a panic, Drawhorn threw the SUV into reverse, crashing into a nearby building and unexpectedly knocking an officer out of the vehicle.
Chaos Unfolds
Another officer attempted to intervene, but Drawhorn’s stolen Chevy Tahoe proved too powerful, pushing the officer aside. The situation escalated when Drawhorn crashed the SUV, not just into one but into multiple police units, putting lives at risk as he narrowly missed running over an officer while bolting away from the scene.
No Pursuit Due to Damage
Following this chaos, the officers found themselves in a tough spot; the damage to their vehicles meant they couldn’t pursue Drawhorn. Fortunately, by some stroke of luck, no officers were injured during this wild escapade.
Tips Lead to Identification
As the police got their bearings after the chaotic scene, a tip from Crime Stoppers proved invaluable in identifying Drawhorn as the suspect. Investigations revealed that a witness—who had been close to Drawhorn—reported that he had requested assistance in moving property from one stolen vehicle to another just moments before the incident.
Undercover Attempts to Stop
In a move to bring Drawhorn to justice, undercover units tried to intervene, but he swiftly fled the scene in the stolen vehicle, nearly colliding with other patrol units in the process. To make matters worse, a witness who was later detained on unrelated warrants corroborated the story and confirmed having seen Drawhorn hit the police vehicles.
The Aftermath
In the midst of all the chaos, another witness weighed in on the precarious situation, referring to it as “attempted murder” of police officers. These alarming accusations highlight just how serious the situation was as Drawhorn recklessly endangered the lives of those trying to protect the community.
Arrest and Ongoing Investigation
Fast forward to February 10, when authorities finally apprehended Drawhorn. As it stands, he is facing three counts of aggravated assault against a public servant and one count of evading arrest with a vehicle. The investigation into this intense incident continues, as officials seek to piece together the full story behind Drawhorn’s rampage.
This shocking event serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers every day. As the community grapples with the details, one thing is clear: the consequences of such reckless behavior can have far-reaching effects.
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