Man Escapes Ambulance, Steals Car, Leads Police on Pursuit in Seattle
A 28-year-old man was arrested in Seattle, near 4th Avenue South and South Holgate Street, after escaping from an ambulance, stealing a car, and leading police on a foot pursuit through traffic.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, August 6, 2026 —
A 28-year-old man is in custody following a series of incidents in Seattle that included escaping from an ambulance, stealing a vehicle, and a subsequent foot pursuit through traffic. The events unfolded near the intersection of 4th Avenue South and South Holgate Street.
The individual, whose name has not been released, was reportedly being transported in an ambulance when he managed to escape from the vehicle. Following his escape from the ambulance, authorities state that he proceeded to steal a car.
A foot pursuit ensued, with the suspect running through traffic. The specific details regarding the duration and extent of the pursuit, as well as the exact circumstances leading to the ambulance transport and car theft, were not immediately available. The Seattle Police Department is investigating the incident.
The suspect was eventually apprehended by law enforcement. Further information regarding charges or the outcome of the investigation was not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Detective Shane Weatherford on spdblotter.seattle.gov, see more information here.
