Father Throws Baby from Van During High-Speed Chase in Ohio

Reckless High-Speed Chase and Child Endangerment

• 🚨 Zachary Chervenka led police on a high-speed chase in Bryan, Ohio, reaching speeds over 100 mph and disregarding multiple stop signs and intersections.
• 👶 During the pursuit, Chervenka's 9-month-old son was ejected from the vehicle, later found by his mother in a car seat on the side of the road.
• ⚠️ The pursuit was eventually called off by police due to hazardous weather conditions and the safety of the two children in the vehicle.

Father's Motives and Admissions

• 😨 Chervenka stated he fled from police due to active warrants and a fear of being locked up, as he is the primary provider for his children.
• 📞 He admitted to calling the baby's mother during the chase, claiming he left the child on the side of the road, which led to his eventual rescue.
• 🚗 Chervenka also admitted to intentionally allowing the baby's car seat to fall out of the vehicle, though he denied intentionally trying to harm the child.

Escape Attempts and Further Actions

• 🤝 Chervenka sought help from a friend to evade police, who attempted to block a police vehicle during the chase.
• 👧 His 5-year-old daughter was also dropped off with a friend of the father during the escape.
• 🚗 The van used in the chase was later abandoned by Chervenka.

Legal Consequences

• ⚖️ Zachary Chervenka was arrested and charged with multiple felonies, including felonious assault and child endangerment.
• 🔒 He accepted a plea deal and was sentenced to 6 and a half years in prison.