PACOIMA, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A possible stolen-vehicle suspect led authorities on a high-speed and erratic chase through surface streets in the San Fernando Valley.
The chase started around 6 p.m. in North Hollywood. The suspect then fled from authorities at high speeds on streets in neighborhoods, as well as the Arleta, Pacoima and Panorama City areas.
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The vehicle appeared to be a newer model Toyota Camry. After fleeing at high speeds, going through traffic in the wrong direction at times, the suspect parked the vehicle near a wash and fled on foot.
Authorities quickly arrived at the scene and hopped over the railing to approach the suspect.
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Authorities said it appeared the man had handed off his red hat to someone underneath a bridge near the wash. The suspect ordered the man to walk away with the hat, authorities said.
But the suspect was later found and taken into custody.