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Teens Flee Police After Joyride in Stolen Car
21 Jul
Summary
- Two teenagers were charged for allegedly stealing a car and evading police.
- Officers spotted a silver Hyundai racing with masked occupants early July 21.
- The stolen vehicle was recovered, and teens surrendered near Ganttown Road.
Early on July 21, a Washington Township officer noticed a silver Hyundai speeding into town with two masked occupants. The vehicle, later found to have been stolen from Glassboro earlier that night, abruptly entered a Raising Cane's parking lot.
As an officer moved to stop the vehicle, the two occupants, a 14-year-old from Clayton and a 17-year-old from Glassboro, exited the moving car and fled on foot through wooded areas. While one officer secured the rolling vehicle, others established a perimeter.
The suspects surrendered near Ganttown Road upon encountering pursuing officers. Investigation revealed the Hyundai's driver's side door handle was removed and the ignition damaged, with a screwdriver commonly used for car theft found inside.
Both teenagers were charged with resisting arrest by flight and receiving stolen property. In accordance with New Jersey law, they have been released to their guardians pending court proceedings.
