What happened to the driver in the Arkansas police chase with children?

Tyrice Fletcher, the driver, was arrested on May 24, 2026, and charged with numerous felonies, including Felony Fleeing, Possession of a Defaced Firearm, and four counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Minor. No further public updates on his court proceedings or sentencing have been found.

Were the children injured in the Arkansas police chase crash?

Yes, all four children, including a 4-month-old infant who was ejected, were transported to Ouachita County Medical Center and treated for minor injuries after the crash.

What is the Arkansas State Police policy on high-speed pursuits?

Arkansas State Police Col. Mike Hagar has publicly defended the agency's pursuit policies, stating that human life is prioritized and that offenders fleeing with children would be held accountable. He also urged parents and caregivers to prioritize children's safety and pull over for law enforcement.

police-pursuit · Camden, Arkansas

What happened after the Arkansas high-speed pursuit ended in a rollover crash with children?

What happened?

After a high-speed police pursuit in Camden, Arkansas, ended in a rollover crash with four children in the vehicle, driver Tyrice Fletcher was arrested and charged with multiple felonies, including endangering the welfare of minors. All four children were treated for minor injuries.

No public follow-up found

Last checked: Jun 12, 2026

Sources: PoliceActivity; Texarkana Today; White River Now; fox61.com; WMMO; NEA Report

Timeline

May 24, 2026
A high-speed police pursuit in Camden, Arkansas, involving Tyrice Fletcher and four children, ended in a rollover crash at approximately 3:15 p.m. Fletcher was arrested, and the children were treated for minor injuries.
Jun 5, 2026
The Arkansas State Police released video footage of the crash. Col. Mike Hagar urged parents to prioritize children's safety and defended the agency's pursuit policies, while Capt. Rick Neill commended troopers for prioritizing the children's lives.
Jun 8, 2026
Arkansas State Police chief Col. Mike Hagar continued to plead with fleeing parents to pull over, reiterating the agency's stance on accountability for offenders.
Jun 9, 2026
Reports continued to detail the incident, emphasizing the 4-month-old infant ejected from the vehicle and the rescue of the other children.

Receipts

PoliceActivityJun 5, 2026
Texarkana TodayJun 5, 2026
White River NowJun 8, 2026
fox61.comJun 9, 2026
WMMOJun 9, 2026
NEA ReportJun 7, 2026