Omaha police say a trail of tossed stolen items helped lead them to four men suspected in at least two robberies.

KETV-TV in Omaha reports authorities took the men into custody early Tuesday morning following a car chase that involved several officers.

A police helicopter tracked the men after a robbery report included a description of a silver minivan. Police say the men in the van started throwing items out of the vehicle that included clothing and pellet guns.

Police say the men may be connected to another robbery just before midnight Monday.