HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – Florida Highway Patrol troopers are currently searching for a 51-year-old Webster man following a high-speed pursuit that spanned multiple counties on Saturday morning. Authorities have identified the suspect as Stanley Winston Duket, who remains at large after vanishing into a wooded area to evade arrest.
The incident began at approximately 7:20 AM on Saturday, when an FHP trooper spotted a motorcyclist traveling at a high rate of speed on US-301. According to the FHP, the rider was seen passing other vehicles illegally near the intersection of Ranchette Boulevard.
When the trooper activated emergency lights and sirens to initiate a traffic stop, the motorcyclist refused to pull over and accelerated away from the scene.
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The pursuit continued until the rider reached 8037 Treiman Boulevard, where he abandoned the motorcycle. From there, the suspect fled on foot, disappearing into the thick brush of a nearby wood line.
A massive search effort followed, involving FHP troopers and deputies from both the Hernando and Sumter County Sheriff’s Offices. Despite the coordinated perimeter and ground search, law enforcement was unable to locate Duket.
Investigators are now turning to the public for help in locating the 51-year-old. Law enforcement officials urge anyone with information on Stanley Winston Duket’s current location to contact the Florida Highway Patrol immediately. Those who wish to remain anonymous can provide tips through Crime Stoppers by dialing **TIPS.
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