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Father Accused Of Leading Sebastopol Police In Pursuit With Baby In Back Seat

SEBATOPOL (CBS SF) – A North Bay man will probably not be named father of the year, after authorities said he led police on a chase with his baby in the backseat of his car.

Anthony Robledo was wanted on a parole violation. He was spotted by Sebastopol police Monday and sped away, the chase started at Valentine and Murphy streets, according to authorities.

Police said Robledo blew through school zones and ran onto curbs, while hitting speeds of 65 miles an hour.

Authorities said the chase ended with the suspect running away on foot, ditching the car and his one year old son. Police were surprised to find the baby in the backseat. He was not hurt.

The baby's father was found hiding in a backyard hours later.

Robledo is facing several charges, including child endangerment.

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