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Lee deputies are rolling out Grappler patrol cars to stop high-speed pursuits faster

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office says new Grappler-equipped patrol vehicles are meant to end dangerous chases in seconds.

When
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Where
Lee County roadways
Official source
WINK News
Posted by LeeScoop May 5, 2026 Lee County

What happened?

WINK reports the Lee County Sheriff’s Office is adding Grappler devices and Chevy Tahoes to its fleet to make high-speed pursuits safer. The technology uses a net system to latch onto a suspect vehicle’s rear tire and force a controlled stop. Sheriff Carmine Marceno is calling it a major safety upgrade, though full fleet rollout is expected to take years.

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