Driver with 7 suspensions arrested following SR 82 pursuit

Reporter: Haley Zarcone Writer: Tim Belizaire
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According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a driver with seven suspensions was arrested by state troopers after a pursuit Sunday morning.

Jeremiah Bland was arrested after driving 81 mph in a 55 mph zone. Bland stopped in the parking lot of a 7-Eleven at State Road 82 and Sunshine Blvd.

Authorities said after initially stopping, Bland fled onto an ATV trail and then back onto the roadway.

Troopers said they performed a PIT maneuver to stop Bland.

Bland is back in jail and was charged with aggravated fleeing to elude, felony license suspensions, reckless driving, and a felony probation charge.

Authorities said he was also cited for having an open container and speeding.

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