Houston Uber driver caught in wild police chase as officers seen on dashcam video hitching a ride in his car

An Uber driver in Houston was surprised when two police officers entered his vehicle and instructed him to pursue a suspect on foot. The officers used the Uber for several minutes to search the area before exiting to continue the chase. Despite the unusual assistance, the suspect was not apprehended.

• An Uber driver in Houston was unexpectedly used by two police officers to pursue a fleeing suspect.
• Dashcam footage shows the officers flagging down the driver and getting into his car.
• The officers directed the driver for several minutes before exiting to continue the pursuit on foot.
• The incident occurred while officers were responding to a terroristic threat call.
• The suspect was not located, and the investigation is ongoing.
• The Uber driver, an Army veteran, stated he was surprised but complied with the officers’ request.