Noise in the night - helicopter aids in search for car thief who fled from police

KCSO Guardian One

Guardian One, the King County Sheriff's Office helicopter, was called in to help Shoreline Police in the early hours Monday morning, as they searched for a driver who left his stolen car and fled police after a vehicle pursuit.

The pursuit began in Mountlake Terrace when police there attempted to stop a driver for questioning in the area of 236th and I-5. Instead of stopping, the driver sped off into Shoreline. MLT police advised Shoreline Police, who joined in the pursuit.

The driver abandoned the car at 190th and Aurora and fled on foot. Guardian One was called in to help look. The helicopter is equipped with heat seeking equipment that shows any outdoor heat sources, like humans. (This is why it's not a good idea to go outside when you hear the helicopter. Ed.)

The K9 unit was also involved in the search, which according to resident reports lasted from 30-45 minutes.

The driver was not located. Mountlake Terrace detectives are presently executing a search warrant on the car, which they have in impound.

Investigation is continuing in any attempt to identify the driver, who may be involved in other local criminal activity.