Florida Highway Patrol troopers are searching for suspects who fled a traffic stop on the southbound lanes of I-95 near St. Johns Heritage Parkway in Brevard County. The incident occurred around 6 a.m. on Monday, May 11, 2026, according to FHP officials. One individual was detained during the stop, but multiple others ran from the scene and remain at large. Video footage from the scene shows a white van involved in the traffic stop.
The FHP has not disclosed the specific reason for the traffic stop, but officers arrived in force, with at least ten troopers present at the location. The area near St. Johns Heritage Parkway is described as a grassy, bushy stretch that could have provided cover for fleeing suspects. Local residents and drivers have reported heavy traffic congestion in the area following the incident, though no injuries have been confirmed.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the suspects or the van to contact the FHP. Troopers are conducting interviews and reviewing surveillance footage to identify those who fled. The investigation is ongoing, and officials have not ruled out the possibility of additional charges related to the traffic stop.
The incident has drawn attention from nearby communities, with some residents expressing concern about the use of the area as a potential route for evading law enforcement. FHP spokespersons have emphasized that officers are prioritizing public safety and are working to locate the remaining suspects. No further details about the detained individual or the nature of the initial traffic violation have been released.