MANTECA, California ( MyCaliforniaNews.com ) — A high-speed pursuit involving a stolen vehicle ended dramatically when the suspect crashed into a utility pole, splitting the car in half, according to the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred around noon on December 22, 2024, after deputies attempted a traffic stop.Deputies spotted the stolen vehicle near Main Street and Industrial Park Drive, but the suspect refused to yield, leading officers on a chase into a rural area of Manteca. To prevent the suspect from re-entering populated areas, spike strips were deployed on nearby roads. The suspect attempted to evade the strips but lost control, resulting in a collision with an oversized utility pole.Remarkably, the driver was ejected from the vehicle but was found alert and conscious at the scene. He was transported to a local hospital for medical evaluation and is expected to face numerous charges upon release, stated the Sheriff’s Office. The incident highlights the dangers of fleeing from law enforcement and the dedication of deputies to community safety.