Milwaukee police chase; driver crashes into garage

A 16-year-old Milwaukee boy was taken into custody Friday, May 5 following a police chase. It began around 12:50 a.m. near Highland Boulevard and Vliet Street.

MILWAUKEE - A 16-year-old Milwaukee boy was taken into custody Friday, May 5 following a police chase. It began around 12:50 a.m. near Highland Boulevard and Vliet Street.

MPD officers responded to a ShotSpotter call and observed a vehicle driving recklessly. Officers attempted to make a stop; however, the driver refused and a vehicle pursuit ensued.

The pursuit ended when the driver lost control and crashed into a garage near 27th Street and Highland Boulevard.

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The occupants fled on foot. The driver, a 16-year-old Milwaukee boy, was arrested after a foot pursuit.

Criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office in the upcoming days. MPD continues to seek an additional occupant that eluded arrest.

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Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee police at 414-935-7360, or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-Tips or P3 Tips App.