CHP Officers Pursue Stolen Pickup Truck in San Gabriel Valley

Suspect reaches speeds up to 115 mph on the 605 Freeway before exiting in Whittier

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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California Highway Patrol officers are currently in pursuit of a stolen Ford Raptor pickup truck in the San Gabriel Valley. The chase began with the Los Angeles Police Department and has now been taken over by CHP, with the suspect reaching speeds up to 115 mph on the southbound 605 Freeway before exiting in Whittier.

Why it matters

High-speed police chases pose a significant risk to public safety, as the suspect may drive recklessly and endanger other drivers on the road. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in apprehending suspects of vehicle theft and the need for effective strategies to address this type of crime.

The details

The suspect was seen swerving around other drivers on the 605 Freeway before exiting the freeway via the Slauson Avenue offramp in Whittier, narrowly missing a collision with a parked truck in a construction zone.

  • The chase began in the San Fernando Valley with LAPD officers.
  • Just after 10:20 p.m., the suspect exited the 605 Freeway in Whittier via the Slauson Avenue offramp.

The players

California Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that took over the pursuit from the Los Angeles Police Department.

Los Angeles Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that initially began the pursuit of the stolen pickup truck.

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What’s next

The suspect's identity and the circumstances surrounding the theft of the vehicle are still under investigation.

The takeaway

This high-speed chase highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in apprehending vehicle theft suspects and the need for effective strategies to address this type of crime and ensure public safety.