A dramatic high-speed chase ended with a temporary shutdown of the San Ysidro Port of Entry after a suspect wanted on grand theft charges attempted to flee into Mexico, according to law enforcement officials.
The incident began Wednesday evening when Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies spotted a man with outstanding warrants from Jurupa Valley, California. When authorities tried to stop him, the suspect sped away, triggering a multi-county pursuit that reached the U.S.-Mexico border.
Chaos at the Border
Video footage shared on social media showed the suspect driving aggressively toward federal officers at the San Ysidro crossing, one of the busiest land ports in the Western Hemisphere. Reports indicate shots were fired during the confrontation, though no law enforcement personnel were injured.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection temporarily closed access to the port as authorities secured the scene. The suspect, whose identity has not been released, was wounded during the incident and taken into custody.
Ongoing Investigation
Federal officials have not disclosed the suspect’s nationality or potential additional charges as the investigation continues. The San Ysidro crossing later reopened after authorities processed the scene.
The incident highlights security challenges at major border crossings, where high-stakes pursuits can quickly disrupt international travel and commerce. Over 70,000 vehicles and 20,000 pedestrians cross daily at San Ysidro, according to CBP data.
Source: www.breitbart.com — https://www.breitbart.com/border/2026/11/07/u-s-port-of-entry-shuts-down-after-suspect-tries-to-drive-to-mexico/