Sherman Park police chase, crash; 1 arrested

Milwaukee Police Department (MPD)

A 19-year-old man was taken into custody Friday night, Jan. 6 following a police pursuit in Milwaukee's Sherman Park neighborhood.

Police said they began a pursuit of a stolen vehicle driving recklessly near Sherman and Locust around 8:30 p.m.

Authorities said the pursuit ended when the fleeing vehicle crashed into another vehicle near Fond du Lac and Locust. There were two victims declined medical attention.

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Officials said the 19-year-old, from Milwaukee, tried to run away from officers but was quickly taken into custody. Two firearms were recovered, and the man was taken to the hospital as a precaution.

Charges are pending review by the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.