Los Angeles, Ca
Suspected DUI driver in custody after pursuit in Los Angeles
A suspect wanted for allegedly driving under the influence Monday night is in custody after a short police pursuit.
Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department were chasing the suspect, reportedly behind the wheel of a white Dodge Durango, in southbound lanes of the 5 Freeway in the area of Silver Lake before he transitioned onto the 2 Freeway and exited onto surface streets.
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A DUI suspect was taken into custody after a pursuit in L.A. on Dec. 16, 2024. (KTLA) -
A DUI suspect was taken into custody after a pursuit in L.A. on Dec. 16, 2024. (KTLA) -
A DUI suspect was taken into custody after a pursuit in L.A. on Dec. 16, 2024. (KTLA) -
A DUI suspect was taken into custody after a pursuit in L.A. on Dec. 16, 2024. (KTLA) -
A DUI suspect was taken into custody after a pursuit in L.A. on Dec. 16, 2024. (KTLA)
The driver was clocked at speeds in excess of 80 miles per hour as police pursued him.
Near the intersection of De Garmo Avenue and Lanark Street, the suspect came to a stop, exited the vehicle and attempted to flee in the neighborhood.
He was taken into custody after a short search.
Sky5 was overhead.