A robbery suspect, identified as Albert Kiel, 30, from Norwalk, was arrested following a lengthy, crash-filled car chase in Orange County. Officers responded to a theft in progress at a Target store on the 800 block of East Birch Street in Brea around 11:45 a.m.
Upon arrival, police spotted Kiel driving away from the store and tried to pull him over. Instead of stopping, Kiel sped away, leading officers on a pursuit through Fullerton, Anaheim, and onto the 91 and 5 Freeways. During the chase, Kiel crashed into several vehicles, including a Brea police car.
After crashing his car in Norwalk, Kiel fled on foot. A search involving multiple agencies including a helicopter crew from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, detectives from the ATF Orange County Violent Crime Task Force, and Brea police officers led to his eventual capture.
Kiel now faces multiple charges including grand theft, felony evading, auto theft, and child endangerment, and has been held at Orange County Jail. This case highlights the potential dangers of high-speed chases and the coordinated efforts required to ensure public safety.