13-Year-Old Arrested After 100-Mph Joyride Across Gilbert Mesa

A 13-year-old boy was arrested after stealing his mother's Chevrolet Tahoe and embarking on a dangerous joyride through Gilbert and Mesa, reaching speeds over 100 mph on residential streets and running red lights. The Mesa Police Department's air unit tracked the vehicle while Gilbert police attempted to stop it, but the teen failed to yield and performed multiple evasive maneuvers, including driving without headlights and going airborne over uneven terrain. The chase ended after the vehicle collided with a handicap railing near Baseline and Cooper roads, and the driver tried to flee on foot before being apprehended. No injuries were reported, though a passenger who exited the vehicle was not located. The teen faces multiple charges including reckless driving, unlawful flight, and endangering the welfare of a minor. Authorities praised the coordinated efforts between Mesa and Gilbert police in ensuring a safe resolution to the incident without further harm.