An assault suspect led police on a chase from Filbert Street in San Francisco into Contra Costa County on Sunday evening and reportedly tossed explosives out of their vehicle along the way, police said.
At about 5:50 p.m. Sunday, police responded to the 600 block of Filbert Street on a report of an assault. When police located the suspect and tried to stop him, he fled in a vehicle.
During the San Francisco chase, police said the suspect tossed explosives out of the vehicle, including in the area of Eighth and Mission streets.
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The pursuit continued onto the freeway, and California Highway Patrol units took over, ultimately stopping and arresting the suspect in Martinez.
A spokesperson for the CHP said the suspect didn't throw anything from their car once the CHP took over, but items were found inside the suspect's vehicle upon arrest.
"No incendiaries were thrown during our portion of the pursuit, however items were located in the vehicle at the termination point," the spokesperson said.
According to San Francisco police, there were no immediate reports of injuries or property damage.
The public was asked to avoid the area of Eighth and Mission streets and the 1500 block of Jones Street.
Anyone with information is asked to contact SFPD at (415) 575-4444 or text a tip to TIP411 and begin the message with SFPD at (415) 575-4444. Additionally, if any member of the public comes across any suspicious devices, call 911 immediately and do not approach or move the object.
