In the early morning hours of January 3rd, 2023, officers took a report of a stolen vehicle at Frey’s Nursery in Orange. It appeared that the suspect used a firearm to enter the business where a vehicle was ultimately stolen. Officers quickly located the stolen vehicle behind The Horseman Store, located at 519 S. Lutcher in Orange. As Officers were attempting to make contact with the occupant, the vehicle quickly sped away. Officers pursued the vehicle throughout the City of Orange. During the pursuit, the suspect fired several rounds from a shotgun towards the pursuing officers. Officers continued to pursue until the suspect wrecked the stolen vehicle at the intersection of 16th and Cordrey. The suspect quickly exited the vehicle and evaded officers on foot. Officers pursued the suspect; however, he was not immediately apprehended.
Investigators were able to determine the suspect operating the vehicle was identified as Chadwick McMillen. A warrant for Aggravated Assault of a Peace Officer was obtained for McMillen.
Investigators located McMillen at 610 Burton #413. Officers attempted to have McMillen exit the residence, however, was unsuccessful. The Orange Regional Tactical Team was contacted due to the nature of the situation.
The Orange Regional Tactical Team responded and was able to peacefully resolve the situation and place McMillen into custody.
During the investigation, it was determined that McMillen is responsible for the recent stolen West Orange Stark Cove ISD vehicle, the intentional damage at the Valero Gas Station, located at 2323 IH10, the stolen vehicle at Frey’s Nursery, stolen trailer and intentional damage at My Garage Self Storage, Evading Arrest from a Vehicle, and Felon in Possession of a Firearm. These additional charges will be processed on Chadwick McMillen.