POLICE CHASE ENDS WITH CRASH INTO LA MESA CAR DEALER

April 2015 Articles

East County News Service

Photo courtesy ECM news partner 10 News

April 2, 2015 (La Mesa)—A police chase in La Mesa Thursday night ended when the suspect crashed into a car dealership.

The wild chase began after a homeowner on Saranac Street called 911 to report a prowler trying to break into his home. La Mesa Police spotted a possible suspect leaving the scene. But when they tried to pull over the driver, he sped off.

When the chase reached Alvarado Road, the suspect lost control and crashed into a gate at the Bob Stall Chevrolet dealership, causing minor damage to several vehicles.

The homeowner identified the suspect, who was taken into custody, the Sheriff’s department reports.

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