Florida Man Arrested After 100 MPH Chase Through Kennedy Space Center

A high-speed chase involving Taparee Shelton reached speeds of 100 mph before he entered Kennedy Space Center property, where security officers used spike strips to stop him. The incident began when a deputy attempted to pull Shelton over for speeding, but he accelerated and swerved through traffic, prompting a response from multiple law enforcement units, including a helicopter. After his tires were deflated, Shelton surrendered and a search of his vehicle revealed cocaine, leading to charges of fleeing and eluding, possession of cocaine, and reckless driving. The dramatic incident unfolded in Brevard County, Florida, and ended with Shelton being transported to jail on a $13,000 bond. The Brevard County Sheriff's Office noted that the chase could have resulted in serious consequences given the reckless nature of Shelton's driving. Officials emphasized the importance of safe driving and the dangers posed by such high-speed pursuits.