Dashcam video captures Missouri driver hitting Texas police vehicle in pursuit
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Livingston, TX - Newly released footage from the Livingston Police Department captures a dramatic Monday morning car chase, leading to the arrest of a 22-year-old suspect.
The Livingston Police Department said they were notified by the San Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office that a stolen vehicle may be heading into their area on State Highway 146. Officers later located the vehicle traveling northbound on SH 146, south of the city limits and attempted to initiate a traffic stop in the area of Red Barn.
The driver continued to flee from authorities, prompting officers to conduct a PIT maneuver to prevent the suspect from getting back onto Highway 146. Despite these attempts, the suspect continued to drive into the city limits of Livingston.
As the pursuit continued, deputies from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office deployed spike strips near Garner Street, disabling the vehicle’s tires. However, the driver continued to East Church Street, where he collided with a department vehicle.
According to officials, the suspect exited his vehicle on Old Woodville Road and fled into a wooded area. Officers successfully deployed a taser against the suspect and took him into custody.
Following his arrest, the suspect was identified as 22-year-old William Rivera from Lee’s Summit, Mo., and charged with unauthorized use of a vehicle and evading arrest with a vehicle.