Suspected robber takes hostage on high-speed chase

Jun. 10, 2009
Authorities in Orange County have arrested a man for allegedly robbing a check-cashing store, forcing a hostage into his getaway car and leading deputies on a high-speed chase. Sheriff's spokesman Jim Amormino said 39-year-old Tracy Ramon Seward surrendered...
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