‘WANTED - COWARD’: Suspect in Central Texas collision fled the scene on foot, left sister and nephew behind, police say

FLORENCE, Texas (KWTX) - Florence police are searching for a wanted suspect it described as a “coward” who fled a high-speed chase on Christmas Eve that resulted in a major crash and fire.

Simarre Harris-Brunson fled in a vehicle at a high rate of speed on Dec. 24, 2025, according to authorities.

While traveling at nearly 120 mph, he collided with another vehicle, causing a crash that resulted in one vehicle rolling over and his vehicle catching fire.

The suspect fled the scene on foot, leaving his sister and 5-year-old nephew in the burning car, police said.

Harris-Brunson currently has warrants for evading in a motor vehicle with serious bodily injury Felony 3 and injury to a child elderly or disabled individual Felony 2, along with an out of county warrant in Bell County.

Anyone who sees Harris-Brunson or knows of his whereabouts can call 911.

Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Williamson County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-253-7867 or www.wilcocrimetips.org.

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