Police Chase Leads to Crash with Bystander in Orange County
Police Cruiser Involved in Crash During Westminster Pursuit
WESTMINSTER, Calif. — A police chase early Sunday morning in Westminster resulted in a collision involving a patrol vehicle and a civilian car, leading to one minor injury.
The incident unfolded shortly after 1 a.m. as Westminster police attempted to stop a driver for unspecified code violations. The driver refused to comply, prompting a brief pursuit through local streets.
During the chase, a police SUV collided with an uninvolved vehicle. Authorities reported that a passenger in the civilian car sustained a minor injury. The condition of that individual remains uncertain.
Following the incident, the suspect abandoned the vehicle a short distance away and was apprehended. They were subsequently booked on charges of felony evading and driving under the influence.
The investigation into the crash continues as police evaluate the circumstances surrounding the pursuit and collision.
