A vehicle pursuit that began in the San Jacinto neighborhood ends with a foot race through Walmart.

Amarillo police initiated the chase about 4:15pm when officers spotted a pickup truck recently reported stolen.  The gray Ford F-250 and it's driver began to make their way towards I40 as the chase ensued.

A Department of Public Safety helicopter was also utilized during the pursuit.

The chase continued down I40 and then down Bell.  The driver eventually turned to 45th and led officers to the Walmart on Coulter.  The driver parked the truck in front of the store and led officers on a foot pursuit through the facility.

Police eventually got their man when he tried to exit through the back of the store.  Not only was he driving a stolen truck but police found the suspect carrying a handgun and and drug paraphernalia.

 

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