Maryland Man Arrested After Stealing Tow Truck, Leading Police on Multi-County Chase

The suspect, identified as Flavio Cesar Lanunza, faces vehicle theft and assault charges following the chaotic chase that resulted in injuries to a civilian and two law enforcement officers.

Flavio Cesar Lanunza, 27, stole a State Highway Administration truck, leading to a police chase across two counties.
The chase ended with Lanunza hitting 13 cars and injuring a bystander along with two law enforcement officers.
Lanunza was arrested in Silver Spring after the stolen truck became disabled.
The incident began with a hit-and-run involving a Ford Ranger before Lanunza stole the tow truck.
The chase caused significant damage, including to police vehicles, and was captured in viral video footage.