Stolen Truck Chase Ends in Multi-Vehicle Crash, Injuries in Long Beach

A dramatic police chase involving a stolen flatbed truck took place on March 28, with the suspect speeding erratically from downtown Los Angeles to Long Beach, colliding with multiple vehicles. The pursuit began around 2:45 p.m. and saw the driver reach speeds over 100 mph, weaving dangerously through traffic and striking numerous cars while narrowly avoiding pedestrians. The chase ended in a violent crash at the intersection of E. 7th Street and Termino Avenue, where the truck slammed into two vehicles before coming to a stop against a concrete barrier in front of a Sherwin-Williams paint store. After the crash, the suspect attempted to flee on foot but was quickly apprehended by police, with at least one officer sustaining injuries during the arrest. Fortunately, all reported injuries among civilians appeared to be minor, with no life-threatening conditions. The chase was captured live on television, revealing the chaotic nature of the incident and the extensive damage caused along the route.