Vehicle theft suspect arrested on several charges

SCOTTSBLUFF -- An emergency lookout issued this morning for a wanted subject in a rural area of Scotts Bluff County has been cancelled. 

The incident began when the Scottsbluff Police Department took an auto theft report shortly before 7 a.m. today.

At about 7:15 a.m., a Scotts Bluff County Deputy spotted the vehicle on Highway 26. A pursuit ensued with the lone male occupant eventually abandoning the vehicle and fleeing on foot. Officers from multiple agencies searched the area, and eventually a citizen spotted the individual running. 

A male suspect, Cresencio Castillo, 25, of Gering, was taken into custody by deputies without incident. 

Following his arrest, Deputies booked Cresencio Castillo into the Scotts Bluff County Detention Center on the following charges: *Flight to Avoid Arrest, * Willful Reckless Driving, * Leaving the Scene on an Accident, * 1st Degree Trespassing, * Obstruction of a Peace Officer, * Possession of Stolen Property-Stolen Vehicle, * Criminal Mischief and * Driving During Revocation 3rd Offense

He is also facing two active Scotts Bluff County Arrest Warrants; one for Attempt of a Class 4 Felony,” another for Shoplifting.

Agencies involved include the Sheriff’s Office, Scottsbluff Police Department, Nebraska State Patrol, Minatare/Melbeta Fire Department,Nebraska Game and Parks officers  and Regional West Ambulance Service.