Woman Arrested After Car Plunges Down Embankment
The Incident Unfolded
On February 14, 2025, at approximately 2:30 a.m., a 24-hour pharmacy at Foothill Boulevard and Mountain Avenue in Upland reported a “theft in progress.” A lone female suspect had allegedly loaded several carts worth of merchandise and, when confronted by pharmacy employees, fled the store with only one cart. Witnesses reported that the suspect then threw the stolen products into a red Kia Soul and fled the area.
Police Pursuit
Responding to the report, Upland Police Department officers located the suspect’s vehicle traveling southbound in heavy traffic on Mountain Avenue. However, the suspect failed to yield when police attempted to stop her, leading to a high-speed pursuit. The officers followed her onto the westbound freeway, where she later exited at Fairplex Drive and attempted to lose authorities in the hills above Brackett Field Airport in La Verne.
Crash and Arrest
As the suspect entered an RV park, she made a critical misjudgment, sliding down an embankment into the bushes. Body-worn camera footage shows an officer exiting his vehicle with his firearm drawn and approaching the crashed car. The suspect was arrested, and a total of $3,145 in merchandise was recovered from her vehicle.
Investigation and Charges
The Upland Police Department has launched an investigation into the incident, and the suspect is facing charges related to the alleged theft and pursuit. The department is working to identify the suspect and bring her to justice.
Conclusion
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of theft and the consequences of attempting to evade law enforcement. We are grateful that no one was seriously injured in the incident and that the suspect is now facing justice.
FAQs
* What is the name of the suspect?
+ The suspect’s name has not been released at this time.
* What was the total value of the merchandise stolen?
+ A total of $3,145 in merchandise was recovered from the suspect’s vehicle.
* What charges is the suspect facing?
+ The suspect is facing charges related to the alleged theft and pursuit.
