Andre Xavier Taylor

On or about May 13, 2026, law enforcement was on routine patrol in the area of France North and Highway 100 in Robbinsdale, Hennepin County, State of Minnesota. Officers noticed a 2003 Honda Accord bearing Minnesota license plate [PLATE REDACTED]. The registered owner had a sign and release warrant. Officers went to conduct a traffic stop. The Honda pulled to the side of the road. Officers made contact with the driver and identified with a license. The driver was identified as ANDRE XAVIER TAYLOR [DOB REDACTED] Defendant herein.

During the traffic stop, officers noticed a clear plastic bag with green leafy substance, consistent with suspected marijuana. Given the presence of open marijuana in the car, officers determined they would search the Honda. When Defendant was informed of this, he put the car in drive and accelerated away from the traffic stop. Officers never gave Defendant any reason to believe the traffic stop was over. Officers pursued Defendant. Defendant's car reached 80 miles per hour for several blocks. Defendant then crashed into a traffic light.

The crash disabled his car. Defendant then fled on foot but was eventually captured hiding in a in a stranger's garage. Defendant was located with the assistance of police K9 officers. Officers took Defendant into custody. Defendant remains in custody.