Washington boy, 12, leads police on chase after stealing grandfather’s car; driving 160 miles

3 days ago

Issaquah news, Washington news.

A Washington boy was arrested this week after he allegedly stole his grandfather’s car and drove more than 160 miles across the state.

The 12-year-old allegedly took his grandfather’s car in Issaquah and drove to Grant County through the Cascade Mountains.

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  • Grant County Sheriff’s Office Motor Traffic Unit located the stolen vehicle parked at a curb at around 10:20 a.m.

    The boy led the deputies on a short pursuit before he was stopped through a PIT maneuver that did not harm the child.

    Police took the preteen into custody. He was booked to the Chelan County Juvenile Justice Center on suspicion of possession of a stolen vehicle and felony eluding.