By Bill Lindelof
blindelof@sacbee.com
A high-speed police chase last night in Yuba City and Marysville last night included a motorcycle being hit, reckless driving and an arrest, according the California Highway Patrol.
A CHP officer initially spotted a stolen car being driven by a man on E Street in Marysville. The man driving the stolen car was also wanted for involvement in strongarm robbery earlier in the day.
A chase ensued in Marysville, the pursuit eventually leading into Yuba City where the 1993 Toyota Corolla reached speeds up to 70 mph.
The CHP said the driver of the Corolla then intentionally struck a motorcycle from behind on the Colusa Highway west of Plumas Street. The motorcyclist suffered minor injuries.
The Corolla continued at a high speed in a reckless manner, running red lights, the CHP said. At one point, the car made a U-turn and drove at the pursuing CHP vehicle.
The officer avoided a collision and lost sight of the suspect. Eventually, the car was found abandoned at Crestmont Avenue and Sherwood Drive.
With the help of neighbors, officers were able to find David Scott Branham, 28, who was listed as a transient, and arrest him at 6:30 p.m. Branham was arrested on several charges, including suspicion of assault and car theft.
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