Wanted Milwaukee man arrested following pursuit near Hampton and Teutonia

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Police say a 34-year-old Milwaukee man is in custody following a vehicle pursuit Tuesday, Jan. 10.

Authorities say the pursuit began just before 6 p.m. near N. 26th St. and W. Atkinson Avenue and ended when the fleeing vehicle struck a median near Hampton and Teutonia and experienced mechanical failure. 

Police say the suspect was wanted for a violent crime.

He was taken into custody after a short foot pursuit and received medical attention as a precaution.

Charges are pending review by the Milwaukee County DA's Office.

An investigation is ongoing.

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