Last Updated on June 15, 2024 by Afsar
In a bizarre turn of events on the Chehalis River, a suspected car thief attempted a daring escape using a stolen kayak. The incident unfolded when the suspect abandoned a stolen car near Centralia and fled on foot. He then took a blue kayak from a nearby home and paddled downstream in an effort to evade police. The Washington State Patrol’s aerial unit, “Smokey,” tracked the slow-speed chase from above, capturing the suspect’s unusual escape attempt on video. Despite his efforts to lose the ground units, he was ultimately apprehended after beaching the kayak and hiding in nearby bushes.
The dramatic chase highlights the unique challenges faced by law enforcement and the resourcefulness of the suspect, who used the river as a getaway route. This incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of police pursuits and the diverse environments they can involve, from highways to rivers.
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