A late-night ride on the northbound 110 Freeway near Century Boulevard allegedly turned into a nightmare for a pregnant 19-year-old driver, after her ex-boyfriend tried to push her out of a moving car, according to the California Highway Patrol.
CHP officials said the woman, identified only as Jane Doe, managed to get off the freeway and drive to a relative’s home after the alleged attack last Tuesday. From there, she called 911. When officers arrived, they reported finding visible injuries on her face. By that time, the passenger had already taken off, and the CHP had opened a criminal investigation.
CHP: Victim Drove To Safety, And A Photo Was Released
Investigators said they were first alerted around 12:30 a.m. by a report of a domestic violence assault on the freeway. They later interviewed the 19-year-old at a Los Angeles residence, where she told officers the man was her ex-boyfriend and alleged he tried to physically force her out of the moving vehicle.
As the search ramped up, the CHP released a photo of the suspect and described him as a convicted felon and known gang member while announcing the probe. Those details were reported by Patch.
U.S. Marshals Helped Track The Suspect
The case was then handed to the CHP’s Special Investigations Unit, which coordinated with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Investigators learned the suspect had removed a court-ordered ankle monitor, and authorities labeled him a fugitive.
Less than two days after the alleged freeway assault, officers - with backup from the U.S. Marshals Service - tracked the man down and arrested him while he was actively trying to avoid capture. Those developments were outlined in reporting by NewsNation.
Charges And Case Status
The suspect was booked on charges that include felony domestic violence, carjacking, and parole violations, according to the CHP. Authorities have not released his name, and the victim continues to be identified publicly only as Jane Doe.
Early coverage indicated that prosecutors had not yet posted charging documents as investigators continued processing the case. The booking details and parole-status information were noted in coverage by Patch.
Help For Victims And Witnesses
The CHP stressed that it takes all reports of violence on state highways seriously and urged anyone who needs help to reach out. People seeking services or support can call 800-799-7233 or text “Start” to 88788 for assistance.
Officials are also asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has information about the case to contact investigators, according to NewsNation.
