News Summary
Ramon Enoch Ortiz, a 48-year-old from Florida, has been arrested in Charleston on 35 charges related to reckless driving and dangerous stunts promoted on social media. His actions, including racing and operating uninsured vehicles, posed significant risks to the public. Authorities emphasize the importance of traffic safety and have increased enforcement efforts due to such reckless behaviors. Ortiz faces multiple court appearances as his case progresses.
Charleston – Ramon Enoch Ortiz, a 48-year-old motorcyclist from Florida, has been arrested on 35 charges related to reckless driving and social media stunts that endangered public safety. He was taken into custody on June 16, 2025, and subsequently extradited to the Charleston County jail by June 30, where he faces multiple traffic violations highlighted during the investigation.
Ortiz’s collective bail has been set at nearly $165,000 across Charleston and Berkeley counties as he confronts numerous charges that include eight counts of driving without a valid license, eight counts of operating an uninsured vehicle, and eight counts of operating an unregistered vehicle. In addition, he also faces seven counts of reckless driving, two counts of racing, one count of leaving the scene of a collision, and one count of simple possession of marijuana.
The investigation into Ortiz was initiated on February 16, when Charleston police received alerts about social media videos portraying him racing at dangerously high speeds on local roadways. Reports indicate that he reached speeds exceeding 100 mph, with clips showing him weaving between cars on the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, prompting significant concern for public safety.
Charleston police utilized social media analysis and physical evidence to identify Ortiz, with the investigation led by Sgt. Kyle Ryan of the Charleston Police’s traffic unit. Following his arrest in Florida, Ortiz was granted a surety bond of $101,345 for General Sessions criminal charges and municipal charges. Subsequently, he was transferred to the Berkeley County jail.
On July 6, Magistrate Judge O’tis Prioleau approved a total bond of $63,167.50 for Ortiz on 29 charges pertaining to illegal vehicle operation and marijuana possession. As of July 7, he remained in custody at the Berkeley County jail. Scheduled court dates include appearances in Charleston municipal court on July 22, Berkeley County on July 24, and Charleston County Court of General Sessions on August 22.
Police have characterized Ortiz’s actions as “dangerous and self-promoting,” noting that his reckless behavior posed serious risks to other road users. In response to rising concerns about traffic safety, Charleston police reported a substantial increase in traffic enforcement efforts in 2024, which included a 31% increase in DUI arrests and a notable 52% decrease in fatalities from vehicle collisions compared to previous years.
Moreover, Ortiz allegedly capitalized on his dangerous antics by producing and selling merchandise that glorified his reckless behavior. Local law enforcement has condemned this behavior as antagonistic to their ongoing efforts to promote road safety and prevent tragedies. The Charleston police assert that their traffic enforcement initiatives are essential to protecting the safety of the community and preventing future incidents motivated by reckless driving.
As the case progresses, authorities are focused on ensuring that public safety remains a priority, urging drivers to respect traffic laws and avoid dangerous driving behaviors that could harm themselves and others.
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- Post and Courier: Ramon Ortiz Bail and Charges
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic Safety
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