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Barefoot Thief Steals Police SUV, Leads 40-Mile Chase

6/20/2026

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Isaac Pavel, 28, suspect, stole a Sacramento police patrol SUV after climbing into it barefoot and shirtless.
He led officers on a 40-mile chase through Sacramento and Lodi before surrendering.
California Highway Patrol’s PIT maneuver damaged the SUV’s rear bumper as Pavel slowed near Lodi.
Sacramento Police Department will review the chase to improve safety procedures.
Officials said Pavel is on pre-trial DUI probation and is hospitalized.

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Story summary

Isaac Pavel, 28, suspect, stole a Sacramento police patrol SUV after climbing into it barefoot and shirtless.
He led officers on a 40-mile chase through Sacramento and Lodi before surrendering.
California Highway Patrol’s PIT maneuver damaged the SUV’s rear bumper as Pavel slowed near Lodi.
Sacramento Police Department will review the chase to improve safety procedures.
Officials said Pavel is on pre-trial DUI probation and is hospitalized.