LA PINE, OR -- A stolen pickup led to a wild chase in La Pine early Monday morning. At about 3 a.m., Deschutes County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a black Chevy S10 taken from a home on Deer Avenue. They tried to stop the vehicle but it took off and crashed into multiple trees and other objects. Deputies later found the truck abandoned near Brooks Lane.

Investigators are searching for the suspect, described as a white man in his early 30s, with black hair and facial hair. He was last seen wearing jeans, a t-shirt, gray or black vest, and boots with no laces.

Those in the area are asked to report any suspicious activity. Deputies are updating local residents via the Deschutes Alerts emergency notification system. To sign up for Deschutes Alerts, please go to Deschutes.org/911/page/sign-deschutes-alerts.