Milwaukee abduction, police chase; 43-year-old arrested on south side

Police chase ends in park-and-ride at I-94 and College Avenue

A 43-year-old man was arrested Thursday night, Sept. 26 following what officials said was an abduction and later, a police chase that ended near I-94 and College Avenue.

Milwaukee police officers spotted a vehicle near 21st and Layton around 9:45 p.m. Thursday – it was wanted in connection to an abduction. They attempted to stop the vehicle – but the driver refused to stop and a police chase ensued. 

The pursuit ended when the vehicle became disabled and stopped on W. College Avenue at I-94. 

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The driver, a 43-year-old man, was arrested. The 44-year-old victim was in the vehicle and taken to a hospital for treatment of non-fatal injuries. Police say a firearm was recovered. 

Criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.