Person took patrol vehicle near protest site: Glendale PD

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Glendale Police say a person jumped into a patrol vehicle in the area of a protest on Feb. 2.

Per a brief statement, the person involved drove the vehicle away for a short distance, but the vehicle was recovered.

What we know:

According to police, the incident happened in the area of 67th Avenue and Camelback.

In earlier statements, Glendale Police officials said they were aware of a protest in the area, and said they are monitoring the situation along with Phoenix Police.

“People have the right to peacefully protest,” a Glendale Police official wrote.

What we don’t know:

Glendale Police officials said the suspect is unknown.

Area where the incident happened