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A high-speed police chase involving a stolen semi-truck unfolded in Buena Park, leading to the arrest of two men with outstanding warrants. The pursuit raised concerns among residents as it traversed several cities in Orange and Los Angeles counties. The men, one of whom was reportedly armed and dangerous, surrendered without injury after the chase concluded at a busy intersection. Local authorities are investigating the incident further amidst heightened community concerns for safety.
Buena Park witnessed a dramatic high-speed police pursuit Wednesday morning involving a stolen semi-truck, leading to the arrest of two men with outstanding warrants. The chase, which began at approximately 9:30 a.m., spanned several cities within Orange and Los Angeles counties, raising concerns among local residents.
Officers initiated the pursuit after noticing a suspicious license plate on a semi-truck registered to Ryder Truck Rental in the Fontana area. The truck’s driver, identified as 54-year-old Bill Fayed, hails from Buena Park, while the passenger, 42-year-old Carlos Mesta, is from Rancho Cucamonga. Both individuals had active warrants for their arrest, particularly for grand theft auto. Notably, Fayed was wanted on suspicion of being an armed and dangerous parolee at large. Mesta reportedly contacted his daughter during the pursuit, alleging that he was being held against his will.
The pursuit saw Fayed driving the semi-truck at high speeds, prompting a response from the California Highway Patrol as it traversed multiple freeways. Eyewitnesses reported a tense situation when Mesta appeared to attempt to escape by trying to open the truck door during the chase. Authorities utilized an armored BearCat vehicle, which attempted a PIT (Precision Immobilization Technique) maneuver to stop the truck, though this led to a collision with the side of the semi, causing some damage.
After a series of twists and turns, including a notably dangerous moment for both occupants and law enforcement, the chase culminated in Buena Park. Fayed eventually brought the vehicle to a stop at the intersection of Beach Boulevard and Franklin Street around 10:10 a.m., where both he and Mesta surrendered to law enforcement without any injuries to officers involved.
Following their capture, Mesta was transported to a nearby hospital for undisclosed reasons. As of now, authorities have not confirmed if kidnapping charges will be filed against Fayed, and the investigation is ongoing. Both men are expected to face serious legal repercussions due to the nature of the incident and their existing warrants.
This dangerous pursuit has drawn significant attention from local residents, many of whom expressed shock at the unfolding events. The rarity of such incidents in the area has left community members concerned about their safety and security. Local authorities are working to reassure residents that measures are in place to maintain the safety of the neighborhood.
The pursuit was marked not just by the high speeds and perilous maneuvers, but also by the cooperation between various law enforcement agencies, including local police and the California Highway Patrol. As this case develops, further details are anticipated as the police continue their investigation into the backgrounds of Fayed and Mesta, particularly regarding their previous criminal records and the circumstances surrounding the theft of the semi-truck.
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