An 18 year old Lincoln man ended up in handcuffs after LPD Gang Unit members spotted a Black Jeep Grand Cherokee near 27th and J around noon on Thursday that had been stolen two days earlier.
LPD Captain Todd Kocian says they tried to make contact with the driver after he stopped at the Petro Mart near 23rd and R to refuel. ” The driver disregarded their commands, got back into the vehicle and sped away.”
He says officers did not pursue the vehicle because the Nebraska State Patrol helicopter was up and continued to monitor the vehicle until it eventually stopped near 29th and Potter.
He says the driver and passenger got out and fled on foot, but were caught a short time later. 18-year-old Donavan Garrett was arrested for theft by receiving stolen property and fleeing to avoid arrest. A 15-year-old male was also arrested for theft by unlawful taking.