Source - A gunman leading police on a wild chase east of Los Angeles smashed into cars, veered into oncoming traffic, stole a vehicle at gunpoint and ran down a crowded street before officers shot and wounded him.
Authorities opened fire as the man appeared to be trying to steal another car, police spokeswoman Rosario Herrera said. Officers handcuffed the wounded suspect, and he was taken to a hospital in an ambulance, she said.
Police on Tuesday identified him as Aaron Lorta, a 29-year-old gang member with a long criminal history. He remained hospitalized in stable condition and was interviewed by detectives, according to Officer Liliana Preciado. He could face charges including carjacking, she said.
A woman whose car was stolen at gunpoint on live TV was not hurt but was deeply shaken after the incident.
Well done KCAL/KCBS chopper team, very well done. If you don't think this is worth recognizing then I just cannot take you seriously as a person. This is an undisputed top 5 car chase video of all time, and the only reason we have it is because of the diligence and expert camerawork of the KCAL/KCBS chopper team. Golf clap to you guys.
On another note, I love the dedication of Aaron Lorta. Rough and tumble gang member, what's he gonna do, go out like a bitch? Fuck that noise, he's going to do bust out his best CJ impression from San Andreas, jack some slut's car, shoot a couple guns, rack up a few stars, get arrested, get out, and do it all over again. I totally get it...not so much the actually doing it in real life and going to prison to get stabbed part, but I get what he was trying to do. That kind of stuff is a hoot and I for one think LA could use a little more of the wild west mentality. In case you haven't noticed, the rest of the country thinks we're all gigantic pussies.
PS - Is it weird that I'm proud of this Aaron Lorta dude for not murdering anyone? Like he seems so shitty as a human that when I noticed that he didn't murder anyone my first thought was, "Damn, nice job, not too bad!" For a split second I actually think I almost felt bad that he got shot. Say what you want about Aaron Lorta, but so far he is not a murderer.
PPS - Is it just me or does a car chase not feel the same unless the suspect isn't in a white Ford Bronco?
Full video if any weirdos wanna watch a 45 minute car chase:
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