Driver crashes car in northeast Fresno while being chased by deputies

Tuesday, December 17, 2019
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- A man was arrested after he led Fresno County deputies on a chase through northeast Fresno.

Deputies say they tried to stop the man for a traffic violation, but he drove off, and a pursuit ensued along Orchard toward Gettysburg Avenue.
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During the chase, the driver stopped to let out two passengers before he continued on and eventually crashed into a traffic light at Gettysburg. He tried to run away, but deputies caught him within minutes behind a nearby Walgreens.

One other passenger was in the vehicle after the crash. Deputies have not found the other two passengers from the pursuit.
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The driver was treated for minor injuries at the scene and was tested for DUI. He is being booked in the Fresno County jail for felony evasion.
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