Man Accused Of Reaching 110 MPH While Fleeing Police In Carol Stream

CAROL STREAM, IL — A Lombard man is accused of leading police on a high speed chase at speeds of up to 110 mph after fleeing a traffic stop Tuesday.

Jameel Hall Smith, 26, was charged with aggravated fleeing and eluding a police officer, DUI, reckless driving and possession of open alcohol by a driver in connection with the incident.

Police say they tried to pull Smith over after he was spotted speeding in a car that its front headlight and front registration light out. Smith is accused of trying to flee the traffic stop, accelerating up to 100 mph as he headed down Geneva Road toward I-355.

According to police, Smith reached speed limits of up to 110 mph before his car crashed into a semi. Smith is accused of driving the damaged car, which lost its front tire, for an additional two miles before getting out and trying to elude officers on foot.

Police say they found an open tequila bottle in Smith's car in the wake of the crash.

“The allegations that while under the influence of alcohol, Mr. Hall Smith led officers on a 110-mph high-speed chase are beyond disturbing,” DuPage County State's Attorney Robert Berlin said in a statement. “I can’t be more clear - anyone who attempts to flee from police will be caught and will only find themselves facing more serious charges. Thankfully, no innocent motorists or pedestrians were injured or worse as a result of Mr. Hall Smith’s alleged actions. I urge everyone, if you hear sirens and see flashing lights behind you, pull over. Attempting to outrun the police will only make things worse for you."

Hall Smith is being held in DuPage County Jail on $500,000 bond and is set to appear in court Oct. 6.