Pleasanton Police Chase Shoeless Suspect During Rainstorm, Find Guns

PLEASANTON, CA — Pleasanton police arrested three suspects accused of stealing a car and possessing AR-15-style rifles during a rainstorm last week.

As rain poured down, Pleasanton police located a stolen car located near a shopping center. According to a police report, they saw a person walk out of the car wearing a ski mask. Police chased the car, which fled and drove over a spike strip.

The car drove for a bit on I-580, but exited at El Charro due to a blown tire. Three people ran out of the car and abandoned it in a nearby plaza. Officers canvassing the area saw the trio running behind a store, and a chase began.

Officers intercepted two suspects as they were attempting to catch a rideshare. One suspect was reportedly missing shoes. Undercover detectives searched the area and found the final suspect hiding behind a dumpster.

The suspect reportedly told police he was carrying a pistol. Officers found an AR-15 style weapon and a pair of shoes in the dumpsters.

The three suspects - two juveniles and one adult - were arrested.