> At a Glance
> – Driver in possibly stolen car led police on chase through LA streets and freeways
> – Pursuit crossed 101 and 134 Freeways, ending in Cahuenga Pass
> – Police backed off the chase Monday morning
> – Why it matters: High-speed chases through busy LA freeways create safety risks for drivers
A dramatic police pursuit unfolded Monday morning as a driver in a suspected stolen vehicle weaved through Los Angeles streets and freeways before officers ultimately backed off.
The Chase Route
The pursuit began in the Mid-City area before moving into Hollywood. The driver then headed north on the 101 Freeway into the San Fernando Valley.
From there, the chase continued on the 134 Freeway through Burbank. The driver exited onto Forest Lawn Drive, then doubled back into the Cahuenga Pass, traveling south toward Hollywood again.
Police Response
Officers initiated the pursuit after determining the vehicle might have been stolen. The chase crossed multiple freeway bridges and surface streets as the driver attempted to evade capture.
News Of Los Angeles reported that police backed off the pursuit later Monday morning. Details about the vehicle theft were not immediately available from authorities.
Chase Timeline
| Timeframe | Location |
|---|---|
| Early morning | Mid-City streets |
| Mid-morning | Hollywood area |
| Later | 101 Freeway northbound |
| Continued | 134 Freeway through Burbank |
| Final phase | Forest Lawn Drive to Cahuenga Pass |
Key Takeaways
- Police pursuit covered multiple LA neighborhoods and freeways
- Driver traveled from Mid-City to San Fernando Valley and back
- Authorities discontinued the chase without apprehending the suspect
- No injuries or accidents reported during the incident
The suspect remains at large as authorities continue their investigation into the vehicle theft.
