The suspect fled the store with a shotgun via a rear fire exit as police arrived.
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The suspect was out of custody at the time after posting a $75 cash bond while awaiting trial on a felony assault charge.
Bellingham Police announced they had a suspect in custody along with the stolen gun.
The pursuit began after other drivers reported he was brandishing a hatchet and throwing garbage while preventing vehicles from passing.
Witnesses told police a group of at least 2 to 3 young men had been beating another male.
As of Saturday morning, it was believed the victim was being treated at PeaceHealth St Joseph Medical Center.
The family was in the park for a gathering.
The 2 unrelated arrests were made by Washington State Patrol troopers and Bellingham Police Department officers.
After running a stop sign in front of the BPD station, the Jeep pulled in front of the jail and stopped.