PD: Gang Member Arrested After Pursuit - Central Coast News Story - KSBW The Central Coast: "19-year-old was arrested after a police pursuit through the streets of Salinas early Tuesday.
A green Honda Accord was reported early Tuesday. At about 6:45 a.m., officers initiated a traffic stop on Christopher Ruiz, a known gang member, police said.
Ruiz refused to stop and a pursuit began, police said.
Ruiz eventually crashed into a light pole at the intersection of East Alisal and John streets. Police said Ruiz then ran from the vehicle into a nearby apartment complex where he was taken into custody.
Ruiz had several shaved keys on him used to steal vehicles, police said.
Ruiz was booked into the Monterey County Jail on suspicion of possessing a stolen vehicle, vehicle pursuit, possession of burglary tools and gang enhancements.
A green Honda Accord was reported early Tuesday. At about 6:45 a.m., officers initiated a traffic stop on Christopher Ruiz, a known gang member, police said.
Ruiz refused to stop and a pursuit began, police said.
Ruiz eventually crashed into a light pole at the intersection of East Alisal and John streets. Police said Ruiz then ran from the vehicle into a nearby apartment complex where he was taken into custody.
Ruiz had several shaved keys on him used to steal vehicles, police said.
Ruiz was booked into the Monterey County Jail on suspicion of possessing a stolen vehicle, vehicle pursuit, possession of burglary tools and gang enhancements.
