RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENTSheriff Chad Bianco |
Press Release: | Vehicle Pursuit |
Station Area: | Lake Elsinore |
Written Date: | January 16, 2020 | Time: | 3:15 AM |
Incident Date: | January 16, 2020 | Time: | 1:02 AM |
Incident Location: | Brighton Avenue and Blackwell Boulevard, Lake Elsinore |
Reporting Officer: | Sergeant V. Amparano |
File Number(s): | F200160001 |
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Abel Hall |
On Thursday, January 16, 2020, about 01:02 a.m., deputies from the Lake Elsinore Sheriff’s Station located a stolen vehicle near the intersection of Brightman Avenue and Blackwell Boulevard, in Lakeland Village. Deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop; however, the driver failed to yield and a vehicle pursuit was initiated. The vehicle pursuit ended when the stolen vehicle became disabled on several rocks and debris at the dead end of Rome Hill Road in Lakeland Village. The suspect attempted to flee on foot and was immediately apprehended by deputies.
The suspect was identified as Abel Hall, a 21- year-old resident of Lake Elsinore, who is currently on probation for possession of a stolen vehicle. Hall was booked at the Cois Byrd Detention Center for Evading, Vehicle Theft, Possession of a Stolen Vehicle, and a Probation Violation.
This is an ongoing investigation and anyone with further information is asked to contact Deputy Kramer at (951) 245-3300. As a reminder, “Community Policing” involves partnerships between law enforcement and community members. Business owners and residents are encouraged to report suspicious activity directly to law enforcement by calling Sheriff’s Dispatch at (951) 776-1099, or by calling 911 if the matter is an emergency.
Citizens may also submit a tip using the Sheriff’s CrimeTips online form.
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is seeking applicants for Deputy Sheriff, Deputy Sheriff Trainee, Correctional Deputy, Sheriff’s 911 Communications Officer, and other employment opportunities such as clerical and support positions. If you are interested in a career with us, please apply at www.joinrsd.org or call 1-888-Join-RSD |