Police chase ends when suspect slams into Huntington Park building

HUNTINGTON PARK, Calif. (KABC) -- A police chase ended in Huntington Park on early Friday morning when the suspect slammed into a vacant building, leaving a massive hole in the wall.

The incident happened at about 1 a.m. near the intersection of East Gage Avenue and South Alameda Street. Officers were seen converging on the car with guns drawn.

Authorities say the chase began after officers saw a reckless driver in a white Volkswagen. Following the crash, the suspect was reportedly trapped in the vehicle for more than an hour before being freed by Los Angeles County firefighters.

City News Service contributed to this report.