In a shocking turn of events this morning, Long Beach police found themselves in a high-stakes pursuit of one of their own vehicles after a suspect hijacked a police truck. The dramatic incident unfolded when an officer, assigned to the black Ford F-150, stepped away briefly for police work near Anaheim, only to return and discover his vehicle had been stolen.

With his personal radio still in hand, the officer quickly alerted dispatch, reporting, “Someone just took my vehicle!” The Long Beach Police Department sprang into action, utilizing the truck’s GPS to track its location. A fleet of officers converged on the scene, initiating a tense chase that spanned several miles.

SkyCal was overhead as the pursuit escalated, capturing every moment of this extraordinary scenario. The suspect, who had commandeered the police truck, even audibly communicated with officers via the police radio, bizarrely claiming he just wanted to “go on a joyride.”

The chase culminated at the intersection of the 405 Freeway and Pacific Place, where the suspect ultimately surrendered to authorities. Now in custody, he faces multiple felony charges for his audacious act against law enforcement.

This unprecedented incident raises serious questions about police vehicle security and the audacity of criminals. As the investigation unfolds, the Long Beach community is left reeling from the implications of a suspect brazen enough to hijack a police vehicle, putting both officers and civilians at risk. Stay tuned as more details emerge from this extraordinary event.