Westminster police say officers tried to conduct a bicycle stop near Beach Boulevard and Bolsa Avenue around 12:40 a.m. Aug. 20, but the rider fled on foot. A police officer “with background in football” tracked the suspect and arrested him after the chase.
WHO:Westminster Police Department officers; an officer described as having a background in football; the bicycle rider/suspect
WHAT:An attempted bicycle stop escalated into a foot chase, ending with the suspect’s arrest.
WHEN:Aug 20, 2026
WHERE:Los Angeles, CA
WHY:The suspect fled during an attempted bicycle stop, prompting officers to pursue and arrest him.
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