MUST WATCH: Civilian Tackles Suspect Fleeing Cops During Foot Pursuit

TULSA, Okla. (Tulsa PD / News Release) – On 7/13/2023 around 11:30 a.m., an Officer working the Downtown area came into contact with a couple of people near 8th and Denver. The male, identified as Miguel Hernandez, originally gave a false name. While the Officer was questioning him, Fernandez took off running.

During a short foot pursuit with the Officer, a citizen driving southbound on Denver Ave. stopped his pickup, jumped out, and tackled Miguel Hernandez on the sidewalk. The Officer was just a few steps behind and quickly took Fernandez into custody.

Miguel Hernandez was arrested for:
– Resisting Arrest
– Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
– Felony warrants for Burglary, Conspiracy, Larceny, and Illegal Firearm Possession out of Rogers County

We love our citizens and greatly appreciate all the support that we get from you, this was definitely a case of 110% support. Please put your own safety first before engaging with any nefarious characters.

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