A Reading man is in custody after allegedly fleeing police in a stolen vehicle Wednesday morning, reaching speeds in excess of 125 miles per hour and leading authorities on a multi-municipality chase through northern Berks County.
According to Pennsylvania State Police, the incident began around 9:21 a.m. on June 25, 2025, when Muhlenberg Township officers attempted to stop a black Honda Odyssey in the parking lot of Walmart. The vehicle had no license plate and had been reported stolen from a dealership earlier that day.
The driver allegedly attempted to strike a Muhlenberg officer with the car before fleeing the area, prompting a pursuit. State Troopers from PSP Reading joined the chase as it continued through intersections along Route 222 and into Ontelaunee Township. Police say the suspect ran red lights, drove in opposing lanes, and ultimately merged onto US 222 North…