Stolen Boulder Fire Engine Chase Ends in Longmont

Vehicles are stolen every day in Colorado. While many of these thefts do not have the news, this one, on the other hand, did. You see, it wasn't your typical vehicle that was stolen in Boulder, Colorado, this week.

According to the Boulder Police Department, a man who was released from the Boulder County Jail on a third-degree trespassing charge thought it would be a good idea to up the ante and steal a vehicle.

Fire Engine Stolen From Boulder County Jail

Shortly after the man was released from the Boulder County Jail at 3:30 a.m., Boulder Fire-Rescue responded to the jail at 3:39 a.m. on an unrelated medical call. While first responders were in the jail lobby treating a patient, the man who had just been released from jail moments prior got into one of the fire engines and drove away.

Suspect Arrested After Foot Chase

The suspect then fled the scene on foot and was captured by Boulder County Sheriff's deputies and Longmont Public Safety officers moments later. The suspect, identified as Richmond Takashi Johnson, was taken back to jail with new charges:

Obstructing a peace officer, firefighter, emergency medical service provider, rescue specialist, or volunteer.
Felony motor vehicle theft - two counts.
Resisting arrest.
Reckless driving.
Felony criminal mischief, including damage to city property.
Felony vehicular eluding.
Reckless endangerment.
Driving after revocation is prohibited.

The 20 Most Unique Colorado Town Names In the State

Colorado has a very rich history and wide variety of different town names. Some of these reflect different cultures that have called this place home, and some are more on the odd side.

Either way, let's take a look at some of the most unique Colorado town names.

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