Stolen Truck Chase Causes Multiple Injuries, Destroys 13 Vehicles in Long Beach

A high-speed pursuit in Los Angeles on Friday afternoon involved a suspect driving a stolen flatbed truck, resulting in a chaotic scene with 13 vehicles damaged. The chase, which began near the Harbour Freeway, saw the driver reaching speeds over 100 mph while recklessly weaving through traffic, sideswiping cars and narrowly missing pedestrians. The pursuit ended dramatically when the suspect crashed into multiple vehicles and attempted to flee on foot, but was quickly apprehended by nearly a dozen police officers. One officer sustained injuries during the arrest and was hospitalized, while the condition of any civilians involved remains unconfirmed. The stolen truck was taken from an auto body shop, and authorities are investigating the incident, with no charges filed yet against the suspect. Eyewitness accounts described the incident as a terrifying experience, as many feared for their lives during the reckless driving spree.