Overview

• Richard Christopher Smith allegedly stole alcohol and other items from a convenience store on April 19 before fleeing in a black minivan.
• During a multi-mile high-speed chase, Smith offered deputies a Ketel One vodka spritzer, saying, 'I was just going to give you a drink, that’s it!'
• The pursuit ended after spike strips flattened Smith's tires, leading him to attempt ramming two patrol vehicles.
• Smith exited his vehicle smoking a cigarette and was tased by deputies before being taken into custody.
• He remains in jail with a $120,000 bond, facing charges including aggravated assault on law enforcement, DUI, and petit theft.