Police chase suspect in custody after lengthy pursuit across South LA

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Police chase underway in South LA area

Prior to the arrest, the suspect led LAPD on a slow, but steady police chase across South LA.

A driver is in handcuffs after leading police on a dramatic chase across South Los Angeles.

The suspect, initially wanted for reckless driving, was seen driving in circles in multiple South Los Angeles neighborhood for more than a half hour before eventually stopping the car a little after 11 p.m.

During the chase, the suspect drove over a spike strip and heavy smoke were visible from the white Cadillac SUV.

Officials did not say if the suspect was wanted in connection to other crimes.

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