Pursuit Suspect Crashes into LAPD Car in Hollywood

The suspect was hospitalized after running into a police vehicle while fleeing from officers.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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A pursuit suspect driving a stolen minivan crashed into the back of another car before running into an LAPD patrol vehicle in Hollywood. The suspect was apprehended and transported to the hospital in unknown condition after the approximately 10-minute chase.

Why it matters

Police pursuits can pose significant risks to public safety, and this incident highlights the need for careful consideration of when to initiate and continue chases, as well as the potential consequences for suspects who attempt to flee law enforcement.

The details

Officers began pursuing the suspect around 5:35 p.m. after learning he was driving a stolen minivan. The suspect crashed into the back of another vehicle before driving into an alleyway, where he ditched the minivan and tried to flee on foot. However, the suspect then ran directly into a parked LAPD patrol car, at which point officers were able to apprehend him. Paramedics transported the suspect to the hospital in an unknown condition.

  • The pursuit began around 5:35 p.m.
  • The chase lasted approximately 10 minutes.

The players

Los Angeles Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that initiated and carried out the pursuit.

Los Angeles Fire Department

The emergency medical services agency that transported the suspect to the hospital.

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What’s next

Authorities will investigate the circumstances surrounding the pursuit and the suspect's condition and potential charges.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the risks and challenges associated with police pursuits, and the need for departments to have clear policies and training to balance public safety with the apprehension of suspects.