A quick-acting King County Sheriff’s Office deputy assigned to SeaTac arrested a man suspected of driving under the influence after a high-speed pursuit that police say could have endangered many lives.

The incident occurred on Sunday, Nov. 2, when the deputy spotted a driver speeding, weaving through traffic, and running red lights, according to the King County Sheriff’s Office.

The deputy followed the van and ordered the driver to stop. At South 184th Place, the man jumped a center median, abandoned the vehicle, and fled on foot. After falling twice while attempting to run away, the suspect surrendered and was taken into custody.

A records check revealed the man’s driver’s license was suspended and that he was required to have an ignition interlock device, which was not installed in the van. The deputy also discovered the driver had several active warrants, including for negligent driving and narcotics violations. A search found methamphetamine and fentanyl in his pocket, along with open alcohol containers inside the vehicle, authorities said.

The man was booked into the King County Jail on charges of attempting to elude, driving under the influence, and operating a vehicle without an ignition interlock device.

SeaTac Police added that the van had recently been donated to a veterans group by its registered owners, who were unaware of the suspect’s involvement.

Video

Below is video of the deputy’s pursuit and arrest: