Speeding Driver Killed In Crash While Fleeing Norwood Police

NORWOOD (CBS) – Police say a man was killed in a Norwood crash as he attempting to flee from an officer.

Around 11:20 p.m. on Wednesday, a Norwood police officer attempted to stop a 38-year-old man for speeding on Route 1.

After the officer signaled for the driver to stop, the man drove off down Dean Street.

Around 30 seconds later, the car went through the Dean and Washington Street intersection and crashed through a stone wall.

Police say it appears the man was killed instantly.

The driver was originally from Norwood. He had moved out of Massachusetts be returned to the area in May.

At the time of his death, the man had three warrants out for his arrest. The driver's license was also revoked.

The crash remains under investigation.