BOSTON (WHDH) - A gun-wielding man who officials say stole a car Tuesday afternoon was arrested after crashing into a pole and leading troopers on a chase through the streets of Boston.
Troopers responding to a reported carjacking on Dorchester Avenue around 12 p.m. attempted to stop the fleeing suspect, according to state police.
The suspect, whose name has not been released, struck a pole on Walk Hill Street, exited the vehicle and ran from police, officials said.
Troopers eventually caught up with the man and arrested him without incident. A firearm was said to be found inside the vehicle.
The man was taken to Boston police headquarters for booking. There was no word on what charges will be filed.
No injuries were reported during the incident.
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