Spectators Chase Down Driver After Tesla Plows Through Boardwalk
A man stole a Tesla and drove it onto a busy boardwalk in Pacific Beach, California, striking a woman before being apprehended by bystanders.
A chaotic scene unfolded in Pacific Beach, California, on Monday afternoon when a stolen Tesla veered onto a crowded boardwalk, striking a pedestrian before bystanders intervened. The incident occurred shortly after noon when Juan Antonio Gonzaba, 39, allegedly stole a blue Tesla Model X and drove it toward the beach area.
Footage captured the vehicle speeding along the boardwalk, narrowly missing pedestrians. A group of individuals, including Instagram user @alexhsrour, pursued the fleeing driver on foot. The pursuit ended before police arrived on the scene, and the suspect was apprehended.
The aftermath of the incident was documented, with footage showing the chase and the eventual apprehension of Gonzaba. The exact condition of the woman struck by the vehicle was not immediately available. The event has drawn attention to the dangers of stolen vehicles being driven recklessly in public spaces.