Manatee Deputies Arrest Suspected Car Thief After Crash into Retention Pond

A man accused of stealing a vehicle was taken into custody by Manatee County deputies on May 21, 2025, after a brief pursuit ended with the suspect crashing the stolen car into a retention pond.

According to authorities, the incident began when deputies attempted to stop the vehicle, which had been reported stolen. The driver refused to pull over, resulting in a brief pursuit through a local neighborhood.

The chase came to a dramatic end when the suspect lost control of the car and drove it into a retention pond. He was quickly apprehended by deputies at the scene.

The suspect now faces four criminal charges in connection with the incident. No injuries were reported during the pursuit or arrest.

The investigation is ongoing.