BETHANY BEACH, DE– Police have identified the two alleged pursuit suspects following a car chase on August 15. 

The two alleged pursuit subjects' warrants are on file, according to Bethany Beach Police. 

Bethany Beach Police observed a white Tesla with unknown registration racing another vehicle down Garfield Parkway around 11 p.m. on Aug. 15. Officers say the Tesla sped through a stop sign at Pennsylvania Avenue where pedestrians were actively crossing the street. 

Police attempted to stop the vehicle, which they say fled at over 90 mph and nearly struck two vehicles before turning onto Jefferson Bridge Road. 

The pursuit was reportedly terminated in the interest of public safety. 

Police say the suspects could face the following charges: 

  • Reckless Endangering First Degree (x2)

  • Endangering the Welfare of a Child (x3)

  • Disregarding Police Signal

  • Multiple Traffic Violations

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