GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Two teenagers were arrested early Saturday morning, Oct. 10, 2026, after deputies spotted them inside a reported stolen Honda in Gainesville, leading to a foot chase and a K-9 search that ended with one suspect being found hiding in bushes.
The suspects were identified as Reshaune Showers, 16, and Pershon Sylvester, 17. Both were taken into custody and transported to a juvenile detention center.
The incident began when deputies responded to the 6700 block of Southwest 8th Avenue regarding a possible robbery and stolen vehicle.
According to the sheriff’s office, the vehicle’s owner reported seeing their dark-colored Honda being driven past their location. The owner went outside, followed the vehicle and provided deputies with updates about its location.
Deputies Pursue Suspects After They Flee Stolen Vehicle
Deputy Sheriff E. Morriss responded to the area and located the Honda with two individuals inside.
Morriss positioned his patrol vehicle in front of the Honda and activated his emergency lights.
Authorities said both occupants immediately exited the vehicle and ran north, prompting a foot pursuit.
Deputies apprehended Showers during the chase, but Sylvester continued fleeing.
A law enforcement K-9 was deployed to track the second suspect. During the search, the dog located Sylvester hiding in bushes, allowing deputies to take him into custody.
Loaded Magazine Found Near Stolen Honda
During the investigation, deputies discovered a loaded ammunition magazine outside the stolen vehicle.
Investigators determined that Showers had possessed the ammunition.
A records check also revealed that Showers had previously been adjudicated delinquent for a felony-level offense, according to the sheriff’s office.
Under Florida law, certain individuals with qualifying juvenile delinquency adjudications are prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition.
Both Teens Face Felony Theft Charges
Following their arrests, the teenagers were transported to a juvenile detention center.
Showers, 16, faces the following charges:
- Grand theft of a motor vehicle
- Possession of ammunition by a Florida delinquent
- Resisting an officer without violence
Sylvester, 17, faces the following charges:
- Grand theft of a motor vehicle
- Resisting an officer without violence
Authorities did not report any injuries during the foot pursuit or K-9 search.