Ramsey Police responded to reports of a theft in progress at Ulta, located at 1255 Route 17 South, around 4:09 pm on Wednesday, November 20, according to Detective Jaclyn Sabatelli. Officers observed the suspect vehicle, a white 2023 Jeep Compass, driving erratically and entering Route 17 South in an unsafe manner.

A brief police chase ensued but was terminated due to heavy traffic. The suspect vehicle continued south and eventually collided with another car near the East Allendale Road ramp in Saddle River, authorities said.

Following the impact, two women got out of the vehicle and ran in opposite directions on foot. Ramsey Police apprehended the passenger, Ashley C. Richards, 33, of Hartford, CT, in a wooded area after a brief struggle. The driver, identified as Deaisha Suite, 28, of Windsor, CT, was found in another wooded area north of the crash site.

Saddle River Police, Waldwick Police, Allendale Police and Ramsey and Mahwah EMS units assisted at the scene. Both women were transported to Hackensack University Medical Center for evaluation, authorities said.

Ashley C. Richards faces charges of possession of burglary tools, obstruction, resisting arrest, receiving stolen property and possession of CDS. She was issued summonses and placed in the care of HUMC staff.

Deaisha Suite was charged with resisting arrest, obstruction, receiving stolen property, possession of CDS and assault by vehicle in connection with the crash. She remains in custody at the Bergen County Jail pending her first court appearance.

Both women also received multiple motor vehicle citations, Detective Sabatelli said.

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