Gas Thief Leads Police on High-Speed Chase in Mexico

A man's attempt to evade payment at a gas station in Mexico triggered a dramatic police chase along the Mexico-Puebla highway. The incident unfolded on June 9, 2025, when the suspect, whose identity remains undisclosed, filled his vehicle with gasoline and fled without paying. He then successfully evaded the toll plaza at Santa María Acuitla-Pilco, Tlaxcala. However, his escape was short-lived. Three police patrol cars quickly pursued him, eventually intercepting the vehicle and apprehending the driver. "The suspect was driving recklessly, endangering other motorists," stated a police spokesperson in an interview. The video footage of the chase, captured by Azteca Noticias, shows the suspect's vehicle weaving through traffic as police cars pursue him with flashing lights and sirens. The suspect was taken into custody and faces charges related to theft of service and reckless driving. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible behavior and the swift response of law enforcement in pursuing criminal activities.