A possible auto theft suspect was found hiding in a dumpster in East Hollywood Friday evening ending a pursuit that began in Simi Valley.
The pursuit started around 8 p.m. in Simi Valley but the exact location was not clear.
The suspect drove the black car on the Ventura and Hollywood (101) freeways into East Hollywood with Simi Valley Police Department officers tailing behind.
The suspect abandoned the car on North Berendo Street near Clinton Street and ran away.
Several officers ran after the suspect who eluded them by running between buildings and hiding.
Around 8:45 p.m., officers located the suspect hiding inside a dumpster and took him into custody.