In a Police Chase, the Lights Can Be a Tip-Off/L.A. Times Lopez

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June 25, 2004

Yeah, yeah, yeah, go ahead and investigate, but I saw what I saw.

Yet another genius led police on a chase Wednesday morning, this time in a stolen Toyota Camry, with TV news helicopters on the scene like flies on cow chips.

Here's a tip to thieves:

If you're running from police at night and notice that a brilliantly intense spotlight is traveling with you, chances are you're on television. TV news being what it is, they will follow you for days if they have to. So unless you're cruising with David Copperfield and he can make you disappear, give it up already.
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Several Los Angeles Police Department officers gave chase and quickly subdued Miller, who appeared too exhausted to do anything but cooperate. And then along came a gangly officer who ran as if he were riding a wild donkey. He got to the party a few seconds late, but didn't let that get in the way of a good time.

This officer, identified as John Hatfield, apparently mistook the suspect for a McCoy. His first move was a kick in the direction of Miller's head, and then he started wailing with what looked like a flashlight.

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