Carjacking Suspect Rams into Pedestrian During Police Chase

Overview

• Maria Salazar, a 66-year-old woman, was struck by a carjacked vehicle that was rammed by police during a high-speed chase in Torrance, California.
• The suspect, who had allegedly stolen several cars, was pursued by the Torrance Police and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
• The police initiated the chase after the suspect carjacked a vehicle from the Del Amo Fashion Center's parking structure.
• Despite being hit and sent flying into a curb, Salazar reportedly suffered only bruises and a cut on her forehead.
• The suspect was arrested after a brief foot chase and was handed over to the custody of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.