WEST ALLIS, Wis. – A police chase involving a U-Haul van ended in a crash early Thursday morning, Oct. 16. Two people were taken into custody.
The incident began around 1:45 a.m. near 86th and Lincoln when officers attempted to pull over the U-Haul for moving violations. The driver failed to stop, leading to a pursuit.
During the chase, the van developed a flat tire, lost control, and struck a pole. After the impact, the driver fled on foot but was apprehended following a short pursuit.
The driver, a 27-year-old man from West Allis, faced charges including 2nd degree recklessly endangering safety, eluding an officer, resisting arrest, and an outstanding warrant.
Two occupants—a 37-year-old woman and a 43-year-old man, both from West Allis—were in the van. The woman was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia. All occupants were medically cleared.
Authorities confirmed that the incident is under investigation by the West Allis Police Department.