Theft suspect on foot blocks eastbound Interstate 494, Bloomington MN


The audio reports a theft suspect on foot in the median of eastbound Interstate 494 in Bloomington, near 24th Street and near 20th Street. The suspect, described as a female in a gray shirt and backpack, is trying to get rides from passing vehicles and is causing traffic to stop. A prior vehicle pursuit is mentioned.
Audio|Source: Washington County Public Safety
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Transcript:
Is anybody close? Bloomington has a theft suspect on eastbound Interstate 494 near 24th Street in the median, moving from south to north. Trying to make their way through traffic. Suspect was in a pursuit. Also reported near eastbound Interstate 494 near 20th Street. Female wearing a gray shirt and backpack trying to get a ride from passing vehicles. Stopping traffic on Interstate 494.
Is anybody close? Bloomington has a theft suspect on eastbound Interstate 494 near 24th Street in the median, moving from south to north. Trying to make their way through traffic. Suspect was in a pursuit. Also reported near eastbound Interstate 494 near 20th Street. Female wearing a gray shirt and backpack trying to get a ride from passing vehicles. Stopping traffic on Interstate 494.
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Bloomington, MN
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