In a dramatic turn of events, a joyride came to an abrupt end for a suspect who stole a San Antonio Fire Department Ambulance, leading authorities on a 40+ mile chase across multiple counties.
Phillip Martin Perez, a 35-year-old resident of Henderson in East Texas, found himself in custody on Saturday morning after the incident unfolded around 5:15 am, as reported by the Kerr County Sheriff's Office.
The San Antonio Police Department revealed that Bexar County Sheriff's Office deputies intercepted the stolen ambulance on I-10W, initiating a pursuit that continued past Boerne. Kerr County deputies eventually took control of the situation, successfully bringing the suspect, Perez, into custody.
The coordinated efforts between law enforcement agencies played a crucial role in ensuring public safety.