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Suspect Captured In Norwalk After Wild Pursuit, Standoff

NORWALK (CBSLA) – A suspect was arrested in Norwalk following a pursuit and standoff early Monday morning that made its way into Orange County.

Suspect Captured In Norwalk After Wild Pursuit, Standoff
A suspect was arrested after a pursuit and standoff in Norwalk, Calif., on June 14, 2021. (CBSLA)

The chase began around 2:20 a.m. when Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputies attempted to pull over the suspect for reckless driving in Norwalk.

The suspect refused to stop and a chase ensued. It wound its way south into Orange County, with the suspect traversing the 5 and 91 freeways. California Highway Patrol officers were called in as well.

The suspect eventually made his way back up to Norwalk, where he stopped in the area of Devlin Avenue and Lindale Street.

The suspect refused to surrender, prompting CHP officers to draw their guns. He was eventually taken into custody sometime before 4 a.m.

His name and the charges he faces were not confirmed. It's unclear if the car was stolen.

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