Chaos erupted in Piedmont yesterday early morning when a stolen Chevy Suburban triggered an ALPR alert as it entered the city, prompting immediate police action. The vehicle was rapidly spotted by officers on Warfield Ave. But when they tried to initiate a traffic stop, the situation intensively escalated as the driver slammed the vehicle into reverse, crashing into a patrol car with enough force to deploy airbags and injure an officer, according to the Piedmont Police Department.
The driver, determined not to be apprehended, rammed another patrol vehicle head-on and made his getaway up Wildwood Ave. This pursuit ended when the Chevy was later discovered deserted in the 300 block of Wildwood Ave., its driver having vanished into the adjacent ravine. Residents are now being asked to share any video surveillance or relevant information they might possess with the Piedmont Police Department.
The suspect has been described as either white or Hispanic, about 5’6” in height, weighing around 160 lbs, and recognizable by his long hair; his attire during the incident was a black puffy hoodie with red lining and dark pants. Anyone with potentially valuable insights or footage that could aid the ongoing investigation is encouraged to contact the authorities at (510) 420-3000.
