Car Chase with Stolen Vehicle in North Branch

A car chase took place after a failed traffic stop in North Branch last week Thursday.

According to the North Branch Police Department, officers attempted to stop a vehicle which showed no plates or tags. The suspect took off heading southbound on Forest Blvd where officers attempted a PIT maneuver and failed.

Officers learned the vehicle was stolen from a local car dealership and the suspect was intentionally making contact with vehicles, resulting in one squad car becoming disabled.

The suspect led officers back to the car lot where the suspect was taken into custody with no incidents or injuries. The suspect was charged with 1st Degree DWI, possession of stolen vehicle and criminal damage to property.