A dramatic pursuit through Los Angeles County ended with a stolen truck flipped on its side and the driver in handcuffs.
At a Glance
- A stolen truck crashed and flipped during a high-speed chase with sheriff’s deputies
- The pursuit started in Commerce around 3:45 p.m. Monday
- The crash occurred at District Boulevard and Corona Avenue in Vernon
- No other vehicles or passengers were involved
- Why it matters: The incident highlights the dangers of police pursuits through busy industrial areas
The chase began when Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputies spotted a stolen truck in the Commerce area Monday afternoon. According to News Of Los Angeles‘s reporting by Amanda S. Bennett, the pursuit started at approximately 3:45 p.m.
As deputies followed the vehicle through city streets, the driver attempted to evade capture by speeding through the industrial corridor. The chase continued into the neighboring city of Vernon, where the situation took a dangerous turn.
The Crash
The stolen truck reached the intersection of District Boulevard and Corona Avenue when the driver lost control. The vehicle skidded and rolled onto its side, bringing the pursuit to a dramatic end.
Key details from the incident:
- Location: District Boulevard and Corona Avenue, Vernon
- Time: Approximately 4:00 p.m. Monday
- Vehicle: Stolen truck
- Outcome: Single-vehicle crash, driver arrested
Aftermath and Investigation
Sheriff’s deputies quickly secured the scene and took the driver into custody without further incident. The area around District Boulevard and Corona Avenue was temporarily closed while authorities processed the crash site.
According to News Of Los Angeles‘s report, no other vehicles were involved in either the pursuit or the crash itself. Additionally, no passengers were found inside the stolen truck, meaning the driver was alone throughout the incident.
The sheriff’s department has not released the identity of the driver or specific charges at this time. The investigation into the vehicle theft and subsequent pursuit remains ongoing.
Key Takeaways
- A stolen truck pursuit ended in a rollover crash in Vernon Monday afternoon
- The driver was the only person involved and was taken into custody
- No injuries or additional property damage were reported
- The intersection of District Boulevard and Corona Avenue was temporarily closed
