Milwaukee police chase; man arrested, suspected illegal drugs recovered

Police arrested a 36-year-old Milwaukee man on Saturday evening, July 29 following a police chase that started near 5th and MLK Drive. 

Officials say the pursuit began just after 6 p.m. Saturday. It ended near 5th and Melvina when the driver jumped out of the vehicle and fled on foot. 

The Milwaukee man was arrested after a brief foot pursuit. 

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Suspected illegal narcotics were recovered, officials said. 

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