Man Fatally Hit On Highway; CHP Chase: Santa Cruz Co. Police Log

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, CA – The following are recent police, court and fire stories from around Santa Cruz County.

Watsonville Man Fatally Struck On Highway 1

• The 44-year-old Watsonville man was in the third lane of the highway when he was hit but two vehicles in Santa Cruz.

Man Turns Self In After Hitting, Killing Dog In Aptos

• The dog was being walked by a couple who jumped to safety to avoid injury.

Woman Accused Of DUI For Crash On Highway 17

• Cristine Spindler, 40, was allegedly driving the wrong way on the highway when she collided with a Honda Accord.

Man Arrested After Leading CHP On Pursuit In Stolen Truck

• The man allegedly tried to flee on foot but was stopped and caused minor injuries to an officer during his arrest, according to the CHP.

Stolen Car Found Near Aptos Village

• Two people were arrested in connection with the stolen car, authorities said.

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