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LAPD searching for burglary suspect in South Los Angeles after dangerous pursuit ends in crash

The Los Angeles Police Department is searching for a burglary suspect in the South Los Angeles area after a dangerous pursuit ended in a crash on Wednesday. 

SkyCal flew over the pursuit, where a suspect could be seen driving a U-Haul moving truck, with the back open and boxes falling out. It is unknown what is in the boxes, but police are collecting those items as evidence. 

Around 5:20 a.m., the driver entered the parking lot of Randy's Donuts and got into a dark-colored car that was passing by. It is unknown how many people are inside the car. 

The driver of the dark-colored car was traveling at a high rate of speed on the 405 Freeway and on the street, running several red lights and ignoring other traffic signs. At one point, around 5:40 a.m., the driver almost crashed into another car. 

At 6 a.m. near Arlington Avenue and 48th Street, the driver crashed into another car and a suspect was seen running out of the car into the residential area. 

Police have set up a perimeter in the area and have asked residents to lock their doors and stay inside. 

The LAPD said the burglary took place on the 1100 block of 32nd Street and the pursuit began shortly before 5 a.m. The LAPD said the initial call was for about 4-5 suspects. 

This is a developing story. Check back for updates. 

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