Police Searching For Possible Buckley Chop Shop Owner Who Escaped From Hospital

Hurt in a dangerous high-speed chase — but not enough to keep accused prolific car thief, Justin Wetrich, from escaping from a hospital in Pierce County just a couple weeks ago.

Detectives say the convicted felon is linked to a ton of vehicle thefts the past few months, and possibly a ‘chop shop’ in Buckley.

The Pierce County Auto Crimes Enforcement Task Force says they really need your help getting this guy — because they say, he is NOT surrendering anytime soon.

“The suspect in this is definitely going to run,” says Pierce County Det. Ed Troyer. “He was running from police when he got hurt, and that’s what put him in the hospital in the first place. He’s a danger to other people out in traffic, and people walking along the road. He rolled his car during a pursuit, went to the hospital, and escaped. So, we’re looking to get him in custody before he can get in another car, and do it again.”

Here are the details on Wetrich:

• Age: 29
• Ht: 5’9”
• Wt: 190 lbs
• Hair: Blonde
• Eyes: Hazel