MPD: Police chase involving stolen car ends in crash and arrests
Posted: Feb 11, 2025 9:21 AM CDT

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee police pursued a vehicle Tuesday, Feb. 11 after they report seeing a reckless driving near 35th and Hopkins. Officers attempted a traffic stop, but the driver allegedly refused, leading to a chase.
The pursuit ended when the car lost control and crashed into a traffic pole and bus stop at Fond du Lac and Congress. The car caught fire.
The driver, a 34-year-old man, was taken to a hospital with non-fatal injuries and was arrested. A 32-year-old woman who was a passenger was also arrested.
Police determined the vehicle was stolen and they say a firearm and suspected illegal narcotics were recovered.
Charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.