HINGHAM, MASS. (WHDH) - Several cars, including a police cruiser, were struck Thursday afternoon during a chase through Hingham, officials said.
Officers responding to a welfare check at the intersection of Cushing and Whiting streets about 3:06 p.m. encountered an individual who sped off, prompting a brief pursuit, according to Hingham police.
The chase came to end in the area of 311 Whiting St., where police said the suspect slammed into a utility pole, snapping it in half.
The suspect, whose name has not been released, was arrested and taken to an area hospital.
There were no other injuries.
An investigation is ongoing.
Update-Call began as Medical Emergency/Welfare Check. There was a short pursuit. Other cars, including a police car, were struck during pursuit. No injuries to other drivers or Officers. Driver of fleeing car is under arrest and at hospital. Still under investigation. https://t.co/bl4sB4rKYy
— Hingham Police (@HinghamPolice) January 17, 2019
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