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Suspect Arrested After High-Speed Chase and Crash in Merced

03 June 2026 09:50

A suspect fleeing Turlock Police was arrested after a high-speed pursuit and crash in Merced. - The chase began on Monday night when CHP and sheriff's deputies located the vehicle.

- The driver fled northbound on Shaffer Road at high speed before crashing near Gertrude Avenue. - The suspect attempted to run but was quickly detained by deputies and CHP.

- The arrest resulted from cooperation between Turlock Police, Merced County Sheriff's Office, and CHP Merced. This incident underscores the dangers of fleeing law enforcement and the importance of inter-agency collaboration to protect public safety.

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