Milwaukee police chase, crash involving stolen vehicle, 7 teens arrested
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MILWAUKEE - Seven teenagers were arrested in Milwaukee on Friday, Sept. 27 following a police pursuit and crash. The vehicle involved was stolen.
According to police, the pursuit began shortly before 9 p.m. in the area of Garfield and Humboldt after officers attempted to stop a vehicle that was taken in an armed robbery.
The driver refused to stop and a vehicle pursuit ensued. The pursuit ended near Holton and Keefe after the driver collided with another vehicle.
The driver, a 17-year-old boy, along with six passengers were arrested. The passengers have been identified as two 18-year-old women, a 17-year-old boy, a 16-year-old girl, a 14-year-old girl, and a 12-year-old boy.
They were transported to a local hospital for medical clearance.
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A 17-year-old occupant of the vehicle that was struck was taken to the hospital for treatment of non-fatal injuries.
Criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.