- A stolen Toyota Camry was driven at pedestrians during a police chase in Los Angeles, resulting in eight people being injured.
A Stolen Camry, a Police Chase, and Eight People Hurt
A carjacking in downtown Los Angeles turned into something far worse, with police saying a stolen Toyota Camry was driven straight at pedestrians during a chase that ended with eight people injured. The suspect now faces multiple attempted murder charges. What separates this from a routine stolen-car case is what officers say they watched unfold once the pursuit was underway.
Authorities identified the suspect as Juan Luis Estrada, 45, of Perris, California. Police say he stole the Camry at knifepoint and then drove into Culver City, where officers allege he deliberately steered toward people while trying to shake the units following him. The allegations have not been tested in court, and Estrada is presumed innocent unless and until he is proven guilty…