Albuquerque, New Mexico – In a swift and daring chase, a mounted police officer in Albuquerque, New Mexico, apprehended a shoplifter in just under one minute, showcasing the effectiveness of equine law enforcement in urban settings.

The pursuit unfolded outside a Walgreens store when the officer and his majestic steed observed a suspect bolting out of the establishment, laden with $230 worth of stolen merchandise. The officer wasted no time, immediately initiating pursuit as bystanders urged him on.

The dramatic chase saw the officer and his horse navigating through a parking lot and across a busy three-lane roadway, determined to catch the fleeing thief. Despite the suspect’s attempts to shake off his pursuer, including a brief interlude of attempting to briskly walk away, the mounted officer remained relentless.

Within moments, additional mounted officers joined the pursuit, effectively cornering the suspect on a sidewalk. Swiftly dismounting, one of the officers proceeded to handcuff the individual, identified as 30-year-old Mark Chacon.

Chacon now faces charges including shoplifting, evading police on foot, and possession of drug paraphernalia, underscoring the consequences of his ill-fated attempt at theft.

The entire incident, captured on bodycam footage, highlights the remarkable speed and agility of mounted police units, as well as their crucial role in law enforcement efforts across urban landscapes.