A 19‑year‑old University of South Carolina freshman tight end, Caden Ramsey, was taken into custody early Saturday after a police‑initiated pursuit that topped 113 mph on a stretch of Highway 52 near Moncks Corner, South Carolina.
High‑Speed Chase Ends in Arrest
According to a Moncks Corner Police Department report, Ramsey’s vehicle was found to contain two firearms—a Ruger 9mm pistol and a Polymer80‑manufactured Glock conversion device—when officers stopped the car during the chase.
The pursuit began after two vehicles, including Ramsey’s, were clocked exceeding the 60 mph speed limit by more than 50 mph, prompting officers to intervene; the high‑speed segment continued onto Edelman Street before the suspect’s car was forced to halt.
During the stop, another individual allegedly resisted arrest, striking an officer and prompting the involvement of Berkeley County deputies; in total, three people were arrested and two vehicles were impounded.
South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer, who has guided the program since his arrival, expressed his disappointment, noting that Ramsey had been a model student with no prior infractions since enrolling at USC.
Ramsey, who graduated from Cross High School in 2026 and joined the Gamecocks as a true freshman tight end, was granted a personal recognizance bond, allowing his release without payment of bail, though he faces up to six months in jail and a fine of $1,087.50 if convicted.
USC Athletics released a brief statement acknowledging the incident and indicating that they were monitoring the situation, while reserving further comment pending the outcome of the legal process.
The episode underscores growing concerns about off‑field conduct among college athletes and the pressures of high‑performance sports, prompting a broader conversation about safety, discipline, and the responsibilities of university programs.