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Robbery Suspect Arrested Following Dramatic Police Pursuit in Lebanon, Indiana

LEBANON, Ind. (WLFI)- On Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 5:17 pm, the Boone County 911 Communications Center received an urgent call from Kay Jewelers situated at 2438 N. Lebanon St. The call reported a male suspect who had brazenly entered the store, stolen an undisclosed amount of valuable jewelry, and swiftly fled the scene in a southbound vehicle on Lebanon St. (State Road 39).

Fortunately, a Boone County Sheriff’s Deputy happened to be in close proximity and immediately spotted the suspect vehicle. The deputy initiated a traffic stop, but the suspect refused to comply, igniting a high-speed police pursuit. Lebanon Police units swiftly joined the chase as the suspect recklessly continued onto I-65 northbound.

During the pursuit, officers were shocked to witness the suspect sticking his hand out of the driver’s side window, motioning to the pursuing units. This audacious behavior perplexed law enforcement, raising questions about the suspect’s motives.

The situation took an even more dangerous turn when the suspect collided with a Thorntown Police vehicle. Despite this setback, the determined suspect managed to evade capture, intensifying the pursuit. The Thorntown Police Department, the Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office, and Indiana State Police Dist. 14 collaborated to continue the chase, ensuring the safety of the public.

Remarkably, pursuing officers skillfully cornered the suspect’s vehicle, successfully immobilizing it and safely bringing the pursuit to a conclusion. In a surprising turn of events, the suspect promptly complied with all commands once the vehicle was stopped and was subsequently taken into custody without further incident.

When questioned about his peculiar hand gestures during the chase, the suspect, identified as 34-year-old David Juarez from Chicago, IL, cryptically stated, “Because I was trying to tell you that you’re not supposed to pursue me.”

David Juarez is currently facing several preliminary charges, including Felony Criminal Mischief, Felony Theft, Felony Resisting Law Enforcement, Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana, Misdemeanor Reckless Driving, Misdemeanor Leaving the Scene of an Accident, Misdemeanor Criminal Recklessness, and Misdemeanor Operating a Vehicle without a license.

This incident serves as a reminder of the swift and coordinated response by law enforcement agencies to apprehend suspects involved in criminal activities, ensuring the safety of the public and protecting businesses from theft and harm.

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