Woodstock police say a woman driving a stolen vehicle nearly struck an officer on Friday.

According to police, officers saw a Silver Hyundai Elantra parked in the Bruin Boulevard area around 8:30 p.m.

Investigation revealed the car had been reported stolen earlier that day.

Police said the woman fled, nearly hitting an officer.

Police recovered the vehicle a short time later and arrested the woman who had been driving it after chasing her on foot.

The 40-year-old woman is now charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Flight from Peace Officer