A newly circulated bodycam video captures a tense roadside encounter in which an officer accuses a driver of both speeding and refusing to pull over during an attempted traffic stop. The incident unfolds in a residential neighborhood and shows how quickly a routine traffic stop can escalate when a driver does not respond immediately to police commands.
The video begins from the viewpoint of a patrol vehicle as the officer follows a white SUV driving through a suburban area. The officer repeatedly shouts, “Pull over!” and “You gonna pull over?” indicating that the driver is not responding. The SUV continues forward for several moments before eventually turning into a neighborhood and coming to a stop in front of a house.
Once the vehicle stops, the officer exits and approaches the driver, who steps out of the SUV with his hands visible. The officer confronts him immediately, asking, “Why are you trying to go 80 in a 45?” The driver denies the accusation, shaking his head and responding simply, “No.” Despite the denial, the officer presses the issue, explaining that the speed was recorded and that it was well above the posted limit.
Another officer arrives at the scene wearing casual clothing, prompting the driver to comment on his attire. The officer responds, “I’m dressed for—” before being cut off by the ongoing conversation. His presence suggests that the situation drew additional police attention, possibly due to the driver’s delayed response to the initial stop attempt.
As the conversation continues, the officer cites the driver using code language, mentioning “Three 113,” which appears to be related to traffic enforcement or a specific violation code. The driver again denies any wrongdoing, insisting he did not flee or attempt to evade the officer.
The tone of the encounter shifts when the officer states, “I got a city— taking off from a traffic stop,” implying that the driver’s failure to stop immediately may be treated as an attempt to flee. While the vehicle did not speed away aggressively, the delayed stop is significant in the eyes of law enforcement and can escalate a simple speeding violation into a more serious offense.
The interaction remains verbal throughout. There is no physical struggle, no search conducted on camera, and no arrest made in the footage provided. However, the bodycam recording highlights the importance of immediate compliance during traffic stops. Even hesitation or confusion can lead officers to suspect evasion, creating a more complicated—and potentially dangerous—situation.
The video ends as the officers continue speaking with the driver at the roadside, leaving open how the encounter ultimately concluded. Whether citations were issued or further action was taken is not shown. Still, the footage has sparked discussion online about communication during traffic stops, the interpretation of delayed compliance, and how misunderstandings can escalate quickly.