Suspect in custody after high-speed chase, crash in North Hollywood

Thursday, August 15, 2019
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A chase came to a violent end in North Hollywood Wednesday evening after a carjacking suspect crashed into two vehicles.

The suspect was driving a Toyota Prius when he collided with another car at the intersection of Colfax Avenue and Riverside Drive, bringing an end to the pursuit at around 9:23 p.m. A third car was also hit by the suspect.
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Three children and two women were seen jumping out and running from the car after the suspect vehicle collided with them.

Officials said a child and the suspect would be transported to a hospital.

One woman was put into an ambulance and was carrying a child on her lap on the gurney.
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The suspect was wanted for carjacking, police said.

He was in his car before officers with guns drawn approached and took him into custody.
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