A Houston Uber driver, Anthony Baines, assisted police officers during a pursuit of a suspect on August 8. At approximately 12:20 a.m., Baines was driving in the Houston Heights neighborhood when a shirtless man ran in front of his vehicle, pursued by two officers from the Houston Police Department. Video footage shows an officer entering Baines' car and instructing him to follow the suspect. After a brief chase, both officers exited the vehicle to continue the pursuit on foot. Houston police confirmed the incident, stating that the officers were responding to a call regarding a suspect who allegedly threatened a woman and her children. Despite the assistance, the suspect was not located, and the investigation is ongoing. Baines, an Army veteran, later confirmed his involvement on social media.
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Houston Uber Driver Assists Police in Pursuit of Suspect
On August 8, Houston Uber driver Anthony Baines helped police officers pursue a suspect after they entered his vehicle during a chase. The incident was confirmed by the Houston Police Department, who stated that the officers were responding to a threat call. The suspect was not apprehended, and the investigation continues.
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Houston Uber driver caught in wild police chase as officers seen on dashcam video hitching a ride in his car
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