Photos by Steven Spencer

Get The Latest News!

Don't miss our top stories and need-to-know news everyday in your inbox.

ALTON - A police pursuit from Glen Carbon ended in Alton Saturday night with a crash near Washington Avenue and Bostwick.

Glen Carbon Police Chief Todd Link said the chase began during a traffic stop in Glen Carbon. Authorities determined the car had been reported stolen from Marion County, Illinois. Once the suspect fled, the officer gave pursuit, but ended that pursuit on Interstate 255 as per Glen Carbon Police Department policy. The chase was then taken by other agencies, including the Pontoon Beach Police Department, Link said.

Article continues after sponsor message

Details on the chase between Glen Carbon and Alton are not available at this time as Alton Police Public Information Officer Emily Hejna said it was Glen Carbon's suspect and Link said the report on the incident has yet to be filed.

The chase concluded in Alton with that crash before becoming a foot pursuit, according to scanner traffic Saturday night. The suspect was taken into custody, and witnesses at the scene said the vehicle was damaged and missing a tire.

Charges have not been filed at this time, however, and Link said a press release with full details will be forthcoming in the near future from his department.

Steven Spencer also contributed to this story.

More like this:

Mar 14, 2024 - Glen Carbon Police Getting Two New Squad Cars

Mar 11, 2024 - South Roxana's Police Chief Challenged by NAACP After Video Surfaces, Chief Disputes Complaint

Nov 30, 2023 - New Glen Carbon Police Officer Sworn In

Mar 10, 2024 - Three Madison County Thefts Include Stolen Alcohol, Skid-Steer

3 days ago - Schon Park Alive With Easter Festivities Thanks to Local Heroes

 

Steven Spencer also contributed to this story

Reporter Cory Davenport can be reached via call or text at (618) 419-3046 or via email at cory@riverbender.com

Print Version