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Sep 15, 2025

PCSO arrests two from Tampa for racing

Media Contact: Brian Bruchey

Two Tampa men were arrested by the Polk County Sheriff's Office early Sunday morning, September 14th after they were caught racing each other on Interstate 4 near Davenport.

At about 2:09 am, Deputy Nester notice a tan Honda Civic and a black Volkswagen Passat traveling at 105 mph, and swerving through traffic. The speed limit for this area is 70mph.

A traffic stop was conducted on both vehicles, and the drivers were taken into custody without incident. They were identified as Christian Gonzalez Cornelio and Micah Crouch, both 23-years old.

The pair were taken to the Polk County Jail and charged with Dangerous Excessive Speed (going over 100 mph) and Racing.

According to Deputy Nester, both men were surprised that they were being arrested for their actions.