Conway Rape Suspect Arrested Following High-Speed Chase with State Troopers
On Wednesday evening, Dan Joyce, a 38-year-old Conway resident, was arrested following a high-speed pursuit on Interstate 40.
Law enforcement officials from Conway sought assistance from the Arkansas State Police around 8:47 p.m. to aid in the chase, which at times reached speeds of 120 mph.
The silver 2021 GMC Sierra, driven by Joyce, was initially spotted traveling eastbound on I-40 near the 132-mile marker. When he took exit 142, officers performed a tactical vehicle intervention, also known as a PIT maneuver, stopping the vehicle just west of the ramp.
Joyce was subsequently taken into custody and transported to the Faulkner County Detention Center. He now faces charges of felony rape and fleeing.
- During the pursuit, Joyce’s vehicle reached speeds of 120 mph.
- The extradition took place near exit 142 on Interstate 40.
- The method used to stop the vehicle was a tactical vehicle intervention (TVI).
The Conway Police Department and the Arkansas State Police collaborated to bring the chase to a successful end.
Joyce’s arrest is a significant step in addressing the alleged rape, as authorities continue their investigations.
The incident serves as a testament to the effective coordination between local law enforcement and state troopers in apprehending suspects involved in serious crimes.
The investigation into the rape allegations continues, with further updates expected in the coming days.
