Vehicle Pursuit Leads to Arrest of Two Hemet Men
Onscene: HemetEyeNews Reporter Gary Rainwater
On Wednesday, August 17th, at about 7:14PM, a Hemet Police Officer attempted to make a traffic stop on a Dodge Durango for a vehicle code violation, when the Durango failed to stop and a vehicle pursuit was initiated. The pursuit concluded when the driver of the Durango rammed through a gate and fences in the area of Buena Vista and became disabled.
The two male occupants attempted to flee on foot but were quickly apprehended by additional responding units. During the pursuit, the driver of the Durango attempted to ram a police unit, but evasive driving action was taken to avoid this attack. Both the driver and passenger were arrested and transported to Riverside County Jail.
Arrested: Justin Leon
30 Years old
Probation for Vehicle TheftCharges: Felony Evasion, Assault with a Deadly Weapon on a Peace Officer, Vandalism, Violation of Probation.
Bail: $100,000
Arrested: Michael Kaphan
24 Years old
Parole for Participation in a Criminal Street Gang
Charges: Violation of Parole Warrant
NO BAIL
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