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Devante R. Payne, 31, was driving a Mitsubishi SUV westbound on I-66 around 2:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 25, when officers with the Blue Ridge Gang and Drug Task Force attempted a traffic stop for improper registration.
But instead of pulling over, Payne floored it, sparking a reckless pursuit that reached 100 mph, investigators said.
The chase continued onto Leeds Manor Road, where Payne finally stopped the SUV and bolted on foot in Fauquier County, according to the sheriff's office.
Deputies quickly set up a perimeter, tracking Payne down and taking him into custody without further incident.
During the pursuit, an adult woman was in the vehicle with Payne, officials noted.
Authorities said he refused to let her exit the car, though she was ultimately unharmed and released without charges.
Payne is now facing a several charges, including:
- Eluding law enforcement;
- Abduction;
- Possession of schedule I/II narcotics;
- Fleeing from law enforcement;
- Driving on a revoked license;
- Fleeing from law enforcement;
- Reckless driving.
To make matters worse, Payne was also wanted in Prince William County for two felony probation violations.
He is being held without bond at the Fauquier Adult Detention Center. The woman was released without any charges.
The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office credited multiple agencies—including Prince William County Police, Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, and Fairfax County Police Department—for assisting in Payne’s capture.
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