Former Ohio Mayor Cathy Luks Arrested After Dramatic High-Speed Chase

Former Ohio Mayor’s Dramatic High-Speed Chase and DUI Arrest

Cathy Luks, a former mayor of North Royalton, Ohio, made headlines as she led police on a dramatic high-speed chase before being arrested for driving under the influence.

The 66-year-old former mayor, who served her city from 1999 to 2007, had an encounter with law enforcement officers that took an unexpected turn.

The Traffic Stop and Confusion

The incident began when police officers noticed an expired license plate on Luks’ car and attempted to pull her over.

However, Luks appeared confused and uncooperative during the traffic stop, leaving the officers baffled. Bodycam footage reveals her disorientation and non-compliance with the officer’s instructions.

A Disoriented Conversation

As officers tried to explain the reason for the stop and asked for her driver’s license, Luks responded with a continuous stream of “no” and rolled up her car window before speeding away.

This prompted the officer to initiate a high-speed chase.

High-Speed Pursuit and Collision

The pursuit reached speeds of up to 65 miles per hour, with Luks attempting to evade the police.

Unfortunately, her attempt came to a crashing halt when she lost control of her vehicle and collided with a tow truck in a parking lot.

Arrest and Resistance

After the collision, Luks was removed from her car and handcuffed. However, she continued to resist arrest and refused to enter the police vehicle.

During this confrontation, she asserted her former title, stating that she had been the mayor of North Royalton.

Charges and Legal Proceedings

Following the incident, Cathy Luks faced a series of charges, including operating a vehicle while intoxicated, speeding, having an open container of alcohol in a motor vehicle, and driving with expired license plates.

She appeared in Parma Municipal Court, where no plea was entered. Her case for non-compliance is expected to be presented to a Cuyahoga County grand jury in the near future.

Controversial Past

Cathy Luks had a controversial tenure as mayor, marked by disputes and challenges from residents.

In one incident, she faced a recall effort over alleged issues with sewer maintenance and widespread flooding. She described these actions as “petty politics.”