Car hits Houston TV station's van, driver tries to carjack crew before stealing HPD cruiser

HOUSTON – A vehicle crashed into a KPRC2 news van Monday morning and the driver tried to carjack the crew just before he stole a Houston police cruiser.

The incident happened about 4:40 a.m. at the intersection of Texas and Chartres streets in downtown.

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KPRC2 reporter Sofia Ojeda said she and her photographer were on their way to cover a story when they stopped at the intersection for a red light. A car sideswiped the van and the driver of the car tried to carjack them. As Ojeda and her photographer got out of the van, a Houston police officer stopped and tried to help. The driver of the car argued with the officer before he dragged her out of the cruiser and stole it.

To read the full-story, go to KSAT 12's sister station KPRC by clicking here.

We were just hit by an alleged drunk driver and then he tried to steal our Channel 2 live truck!!! 2 Houston Police Department officers were nearby and tried to help us. But he jumped in their car and took off.!!! Police are now searching for him. White male, brown hair, dark colored shirt and jeans. KPRC2 / Click2Houston

Posted by KPRC2 Sofia Ojeda on Monday, October 15, 2018

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