A suspect accused of stealing a Houston Fire Department ambulance was arrested Monday following a police chase. 

The vehicle, Ambulance 17, was taken from Station 17 just outside the downtown area, a fire spokesperson told Fox News Digital. 

MASSIVE FIRE ERUPTS AT CHICAGO-AREA WAREHOUSE

Houston fire ambulance stolen

A Houston fire ambulance was stolen Monday and authorities were searching for the vehicle.  (Houston Fire Department)

The suspect allegedly stole a black Infiniti before heading to the fire station, Fox Houston reported. He stopped there because the right rear tire burst and the fender panel was damaged, the news report said. 

A firefighter asked him if the suspect needed help before he allegedly stole the ambulance. Police officers found the ambulance around 3 p.m. local time. 

Houston stolen ambulance suspect arrested

A suspect who allegedly stole a Houston Fire Department ambulance was arrested Monday after a police chase.  (Fox Houston)

The spokesperson said there have been other incidents in the past where city fire vehicles have been taken. 

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP