Texas police say stolen steaks lead to high-speed chase
LONGVIEW, Texas – Police in East Texas say a man stole steaks from a Wal-Mart before leading authorities on a lengthy chase that topped speeds of 100 mph.
Longview police say the pursuit began around 11 a.m. Wednesday after the suspect fled the store.
East Mountain Patrol Sgt. Marc Nichols tells TV station KLTV (http://bit.ly/22PhPQ2 ) he joined the chase and noticed the suspect was throwing the meat out of his vehicle.
He says one steak even bounced off his patrol car.
The TV station reports the man fled across two counties, at speeds over 100 mph, before deputies eventually apprehended him.
No officers were injured.
News from © The Associated Press, . All rights reserved.
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Join the Conversation!
Want to share your thoughts, add context, or connect with others in your community? Create a free account to comment on stories, ask questions, and join meaningful discussions on our new site.
Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.