At a Glance
- LAPD pursuit of assault suspect began at 8:10 p.m. Thursday near downtown L.A.
- Driver fled on surface streets before entering the 10 Freeway
- Suspect abandoned vehicle under freeway underpass
- Why it matters: No arrest confirmed yet, leaving public safety questions
Police descended on downtown Los Angeles Thursday night after a high-speed chase that ended with a suspect ditching their car beneath a freeway overpass.
The pursuit started around 8:10 p.m. when officers identified a driver wanted for assault with a deadly weapon, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The suspect wove through city streets before accelerating onto the 10 Freeway, aerial footage captured by News Of Losangeles shows.
From City Streets to Freeway Exit
The driver sped westbound on the 10, then suddenly veered off the freeway and stopped beneath an underpass near downtown. Officers swarmed the area but found only the empty vehicle.
It remains unclear whether police located the suspect or if any arrests have been made. Jonathan P. Miller reported that LAPD has not released details on the individual’s identity or current whereabouts.
Key Details
- Crime: Assault with a deadly weapon
- Start time: 8:10 p.m.
- Route: Surface streets → 10 Freeway → underpass exit
- Outcome: Vehicle abandoned, suspect status unknown
The investigation is active. Anyone with information is asked to contact LAPD.
This is a developing story. Updates will be added as they become available.
