Running away from police, especially in an area known for crime, can give officers enough reason to stop you. However, the Court noted that refusing to cooperate with police and simply walking away does not alone justify a stop.
Unprovoked flight from police in a high-crime area can contribute to reasonable suspicion for a Terry stop.
Running from police can justify a stop, but simply walking away or refusing to answer questions generally cannot.
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