Arrested on three counts of leaving the scene of an accident causing injuries in Gulfport

On October 1, 2023, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 49-year-old Beckham Earl III and charged him with three counts of Leaving the Scene of an Accident Causing Injuries.

On October 1, 2023, at approximately 7:27 p.m., Earl recklessly operated a vehicle, reportedly engaged in speeding while attempting to race another vehicle.

Earl subsequently struck an uninvolved vehicle resulting in it overturning and striking a pole, trapping its occupants inside.

Earl then fled on foot failing to remain on scene or render aid. Earl was subsequently taken into custody by the Biloxi Police Department. Multiple victims were transported to the hospital for medical treatment.

Earl was processed and transported to the Harrison County Adult Detention Center where he is being held in lieu of his $250,000 bond set by Judge Patano.

We would like to thank the Biloxi Police Department for their assistance in the apprehension of Earl.

We are urging anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the Gulfport Police Department at 228-868-5959 or Mississippi Crime Stoppers at 877-787-5898.