Rochester City Council Candidate Jacob Weinstein Faces Legal Trouble After High-Speed Police Chase

Written by on April 1, 2025

Jacob Weinstein, a 37-year-old Rochester City Council candidate, faces legal trouble after leading New York State Police on a high-speed chase.

Pleading not guilty to multiple misdemeanor charges and traffic violations, Weinstein reportedly failed to stop for a police vehicle on March 7, leading troopers on a dangerous pursuit through the city.

He disregarded traffic laws, including speeding and running red lights, before ultimately being apprehended after attempting to flee on foot in Brighton.

His charges include unlawful fleeing, obstruction of governmental administration, and reckless driving. Weinstein, also known as Jake Bishop, announced his candidacy for City Council on January 31.

Rochester City Council candidate accused of leading troopers on chase pleads not guilty


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