Police Pursuit Ends in Pedestrian Struck and Arrest of Carjacking Suspect
TL;DR
A stolen vehicle being pursued by Torrance police in California struck a woman, Maria Salazar, as she crossed the street. The suspect had allegedly been involved in two carjackings, prompting the pursuit. During the chase, a police officer rammed the suspect's vehicle, causing it to strike Salazar. Although she was not seriously injured, the suspect was arrested following a brief foot pursuit.
Topics:nationcrime-and-safety#california#carjacking#crime-and-safety#pedestrian-injury#police-pursuit#torrance
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