Garden City man crashes Tesla into Ferndale Verizon store while fleeing police

Emad Rehman, 26, of Ferndale. 

The driver of a white-colored Tesla fled police, wove through traffic, and ran a red light before crashing into a Verizon store in Ferndale late last week.

Now, Emad Rehman, 26, of Garden City, is facing multiple charges out of Oakland County.

What we know:

On April 24, Rehman was traveling in Royal Oak before he ran a red light, according to a news release from the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office.

He then began driving through traffic at a high rate of speed before losing control and crashing into a Verizon store, located on Woodward, near Lewiston.

He was taken into custody by police and later charged with third-degree fleeing and eluding and driving while their license was suspended. 

What they're saying:

"It’s fortunate this incident ended without any injuries," said Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald. "The defendant’s alleged actions recklessly endangered countless motorists and damaged a business."

What's next:

Rehman is facing up to five years in prison and a fine of $1,000 for the fleeing charge. 

He'll be back in court in May for his preliminary hearing. 

The Source: A news release from the Oakland County Prosecutor was cited for this story. 

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