A Miami resident provided a bizarre twist to a recent police chase, offering deputies a vodka spritzer in what authorities believe was an attempt to diffuse the situation. According to the Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office, the man led deputies on a brief car chase before pulling over. Upon exiting his vehicle, he extended a can of vodka spritzer towards the officers, suggesting they share a drink.
"We're not sure if he thought we'd just say 'cheers' and let him go," a spokesperson for the Sheriff's Office said. "But obviously, that's not how things work." The deputies declined the offer and proceeded to arrest the man. He now faces charges including fleeing and eluding, as well as resisting arrest. The incident serves as another example of the unusual events that sometimes unfold during law enforcement activities in the Sunshine State.
Florida Man Offers Police Vodka Spritzer During Car Chase
A Florida man attempted to bribe pursuing deputies with a vodka spritzer during a car chase in Miami. The man, who was not identified, offered the alcoholic beverage in an apparent attempt to smooth things over. Authorities found the gesture amusing, but continued the pursuit, which eventually ended with his arrest. The incident highlights the often-unpredictable nature of law enforcement encounters in Florida.