Chase Driver Crashes New Jeep in Chula Vista

A police pursuit traveling from North Park to Chula Vista ended when the suspect crashed into a chain link fence.

Just after 1:30 a.m., San Diego Police ran the plate of a 2014 Jeep in North Park near University and Interstate 805. When they realized the vehicle had been reported stolen, officers attempted to pull over the driver.

Instead, the man drove at speeds of around 80 miles an hour down southbound I-5 before exiting on Bay Boulevard in Chula Vista.

Suddenly, the driver crashed into a chain link fence, tearing it down to the ground.

The driver tried to make a run for it but he was soon taken into custody, police said.

The unidentified driver now faces charges for driving a stolen car and auto theft.

The pursuit lasted a little less than 10 minutes. Police didn't know how long ago the car was reported stolen.

It appeared to be a brand new vehicle with dealer plates.
 

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