Charges pending after driver of wanted vehicle crashes into CPD squad car on West Side
A driver was arrested after attempting to flee from police and crashed into a squad car on the city's West Side Thursday morning.
It happened shortly after 3 a.m. in the 3800 block of West Harrison Street.
Chicago police said officers were on routine patrol when they found a vehicle matching a description of a wanted car. They attempted to stop the vehicle, at which time the driver allegedly attempted to flee.
While driving, the suspect struck a CPD squad car. It was further alleged that the driver attempted to flee on foot. They were placed into custody and taken to a local hospital for injuries related to the crash.
Two officers were also taken to a local hospital and were treated and released, the department said.
A weapon was recovered, and charges are pending.