A man stole a fire engine valued at about $1 million in California on Saturday before leading police officers on a chase that lasted several hours and went through multiple towns.
The theft occurred as firefighters battled a nearby fire.
“I think most of us are shocked right now,” said Sacramento Metro Fire Capt. Chris Vestal.
Officials said the man took turns driving with a woman, both of whom were arrested.
The chase finally ended after one of five spike strips deployed by officers pulled a tire off the truck.
“The door was wide open, we thought, ‘Hollywood,’ just (expletive),” said the unidentified male suspect after he was detained. “All right, here you go, we’re going to drive, take off,”
The man actually picked up the woman after he stole the truck, according to a California Highway Patrol officer.
Officials said they had tested the suspects for drugs or alcohol.
“All of those indications are there,” an official said.
The suspects were charged with multiple felonies.
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