Former Fire Chief Craig Dancyzk found himself in a tense situation yesterday afternoon when a stolen black Nissan Rogue ended up in his driveway on Porter’s Chapel. The events that unfolded showcased quick thinking and decisive action on Dancyzk’s part, ultimately leading to the apprehension of the suspect.
It all began at the Circle K on Frontage and Indiana, where the black Nissan Rogue was reported stolen. The suspect wasted no time in taking off with the vehicle, but little did they know that their joyride would come to an abrupt halt in Dancyzk’s driveway.
Dancyzk recounted the moment when he first noticed the suspicious vehicle in his driveway. „We were in the courtyard and Theresa said there’s someone in the driveway,“ he explained. Initially, the suspect tried to play it off, claiming he was in the wrong driveway. However, Dancyzk’s instincts kicked in, prompting him to take action.
As his wife dialed 911, Dancyzk retrieved a weapon from his house and confronted the suspect. With his .44 Magnum in hand, he ordered the suspect to get on the ground while waiting for the police to arrive. Despite his commands, the suspect attempted to flee, heading down Porter’s Chapel towards Moon Mist Drive.
The police eventually arrived on the scene, but the suspect managed to evade them temporarily. However, in a surprising turn of events, Dancyzk spotted the suspect walking back up Porter’s Chapel towards the abandoned vehicle. It was later revealed that the suspect had attempted to break into a house on Raintree Drive before being apprehended by the Vicksburg Police Department.
The VPD officer successfully took the suspect into custody, putting an end to the chaotic series of events. Dancyzk described the suspect’s erratic behavior, noting that he was aggressively kicking the doors and windows of the stolen vehicle.
Meanwhile, the rightful owners of the stolen car arrived at the scene and were relieved to have their vehicle returned to them. Investigator Jerrold Hayes of the VPD assured that more information about the suspect would be disclosed as the investigation progressed.
In conclusion, the incident involving the stolen vehicle and subsequent apprehension of the suspect showcased the importance of vigilance and quick action in potentially dangerous situations. Thanks to the swift response of individuals like Craig Dancyzk and law enforcement officers, a potentially dangerous situation was resolved without further incident.