Burlington Man Attempts To Flee Traffic Stop With Infant In Vehicle

On Friday August 12, 2022 at 10:10 p.m., Sheriff’s Deputies were requested to assist Elon Police who were in pursuit of a vehicle on University Dr. Deputies joined the pursuit at Rockwood and Front St. in Burlington. As requested by Elon Police, Deputies assumed the lead with the pursuit.

The vehicle continued to Shadowbrook Ave. heading towards Huffman Mill Rd. The vehicle was stopped in the 400blk of Shadowbrook Ave. where the driver, identified as Brandon Dewayne Eastwood, attempted to flee on foot through several backyards before being apprehended by Deputies.

Three other adults and an infant were passengers in Mr. Eastwood’s vehicle. There were no injuries to the passengers.

Custody of Mr. Eastwood was transferred to Elon Police who transported him to the Alamance County Detention Center.

Name:             Brandon Dewayne Eastwood                       W/M/38

Address:         1020 W. Webb Ave., Burlington, N.C.

Charges:        1ct: Felony Flee to Elude Arrest

            1ct: Misdemeanor Child Abuse

            1ct: Driving While License Revoked

            1ct: Resist, Delay, Obstruct and Officer

1ct: Drive Left of Center

1ct: Careless and Reckless

1ct: Speeding

1ct: Failure to Heed Lights and Siren

1ct: Failure to Stop at Stop Sign

Bond:              $50,050.00 Secure including Elon charges