CHAMBLEE, Ga. — Police are searching for a man they say led police on a chase in a stolen car.
Chamblee officers say they spotted a car that had been reported stolen at gas station on Savoy Drive at 10 a.m. Wednesday morning.
When the suspect saw officers trying to box the car in, he pointed the car towards one of the officers. The officer then fired a shot into the stolen car.
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The suspect was then able to get the car past officers.
Newly released surveillance photos show that the suspect appeared to be smiling at officers as he sped past them.
Police and the suspect began a short chase onto I-285 westbound, but because of traffic and danger to the community, Chamblee police ended the chase.
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One officer was treated on the scene for minor injuries and was then released.
Anyone who recognizes the suspect or sees the stolen care should call investigators at 470-395-2418.
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