DUI, pursuit suspect arrested after crashing into fire hydrant in Compton

A suspected DUI driver who led authorities on a brief pursuit Wednesday evening was arrested after they crashed into a fire hydrant in Compton. 

According to Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputies, the pursuit began at around 8:40 p.m. 

The pursuit only lasted for a short while, approximately 30 seconds or so, before coming to a sudden stop at the intersection of E. Alondra Boulevard and S. Essey Avenue when the suspect sheared off a fire hydrant when they crashed into it head-on. 

There was only one person inside of the vehicle at the time of the crash. 

The occupant was taken to a nearby hospital but it was unclear if they suffered any injuries.