Teen Suspect Arrested After 50-Mile LAPD Pursuit and Crash

Carjacking and Pursuit Details

• 🎯 A 17-year-old suspect is facing carjacking charges after a pursuit that spanned nearly 50 miles.
• 🔪 Police allege the teen held his own father at knife point to steal his BMW before leading officers on the chase.
• 💥 The pursuit began in Sherman Oaks and ended in Upland with the suspect crashing the stolen vehicle.

Suspect's Actions During Pursuit

• 🗣️ The suspect reportedly told police he wanted a confrontation, refusing to surrender despite officers urging him to stop.
• 🚨 At one point, the suspect rammed an LAPD cruiser, injuring the officer driving.

Arrest and Officer's Condition

• 🚓 The teen was taken into custody in Upland after crashing the car.
• 🏥 Both the suspect and the injured officer were taken to hospitals; the officer was treated and released with non-serious injuries.
• ⚖️ The suspect will be booked in Van Nuys for carjacking and potentially other felony charges.