Aston Martin Driver Dies After Pursuit and Crash in Boyle Heights

Pursuit and Crash Details

• 🚨 A pursuit involving a speeding Aston Martin ended tragically in Boyle Heights early this morning.
• 💥 The driver lost control and slammed into a light pole at the intersection of Washington and Sodto.
• ⏱️ The California Highway Patrol (CHP) initially spotted the vehicle speeding at approximately 3:14 AM in the East LA area.

Pursuit Cancellation and Suspect Apprehension

• ⚠️ The pursuit was cancelled by CHP after only two minutes due to the driver's extremely dangerous speed.
• 🚁 Despite the cancellation, the LAPD air unit continued to track the vehicle until it crashed.
• 🏃 The suspect fled on foot after the crash but was tackled and handcuffed by CHP officers about a block away.

Medical Emergency and Death

• 🚑 Moments after being taken into custody, the suspect began to show signs of distress, including vomiting, while paramedics were present.
• ❓ It is unknown if the suspect ingested anything or if impairment was a factor, but police suspect he may have been under the influence.
• 💔 The suspect died at the scene before he could be transported for further medical treatment.

Investigation and Vehicle Contents

• 📦 Investigators found multiple garbage bags filled with packages and a Sentry safe inside the Aston Martin.
• 🚗 The 2019 Aston Martin, valued at around $100,000, is registered out of Irvine, and authorities are investigating if it was stolen.
• ⚖️ The medical examiner will determine the exact cause of death, and police are awaiting a search warrant to fully examine the vehicle's contents.