Man arrested after fleeing on U.S. 1

A 43-year-old Miami motorist who fled from Deputies while reaching speeds in excess of 100 mph was arrested Monday.

Raul Lopez was charged with DUI, fleeing and eluding, and reckless driving.

The Sheriff’s Office was notified of a northbound speeding on U.S. 1 near Mile Marker 84 at approximately 5:18 p.m. Deputies spiked the van’s tires near Mile Marker 99 after the van did not stop.

Lopez was the driver/sole occupant. He admitted he had been drinking.

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