Two Women Arrested in Traffic Accident on Highway 193 Involving Stolen Vehicle [Placer County, CA]

Traffic Accident on Highway 193 near Newcastle Involves Stolen Vehicle

 
PLACER COUNTY, CA (November 12, 2021) – Police arrested two women after a stolen vehicle crashed into a power pole on Highway 193 near Newcastle Thursday, November 11.
 
The accident began in Auburn around 7:00 a.m. when parents were dropping off one of two children at a daycare, according to the Placer County Sheriff’s Office. The parents left the baby in their vehicle for just a moment.
 
During that moment, the two suspects got into the car and stole it. It is unknown whether they knew the 7-month-old was in the back or not.
 
Deputies searched for the stolen vehicle and attempted to stop it, but it ultimately crashed into the power pole in the 8900 block of Highway 193 just after 8:00 a.m.
 
The suspect riding in the passenger seat was quickly detained, but the driver fled into the woods. Police located her a short time later.
 
The suspects and the 7-month-old were all transported to hospitals, but none suffered serious injuries.
 
Police then took both suspects into the Placer County jail. Further investigation is underway.
 
Keeping your doors locked is the first step in deterring a car thief. It is good to get into the habit of checking your car doors. Never leave you keys in the ignition and keep your windows closed completely.

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