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Paramedic Jumps From Stolen Ambulance
19 Jun
Summary
- Ambulance stolen with a paramedic inside.
- Suspect led police on a high-speed chase exceeding 100 mph.
- Paramedic safely jumped from the moving vehicle.
On June 17, 2026, an ambulance was stolen from Adventist Health Hospital in Tulare, California, with a paramedic still inside. The suspect, who had just dropped off a patient, turned on the vehicle and drove away.
The paramedic bravely jumped from the moving ambulance shortly after the theft, fortunately sustaining no injuries. Law enforcement initiated a pursuit that involved multiple agencies as the suspect drove recklessly at speeds over 100 mph.
The chase continued towards Bakersfield, with authorities deploying spike strips that proved unsuccessful. The stolen ambulance eventually lost a wheel on Highway 99, causing it to slow down and exit the freeway.
Following the highway incident, the vehicle crashed into the center median. The suspect was apprehended at the scene and now faces charges of felony evading and ambulance theft, which could result in significant prison time and fines.
