BROCKTON, Mass. — A 19-year-old Foxboro man was arrested Saturday morning after allegedly fleeing from Brockton police during a car meet and crashing his vehicle.
Around 1:50 a.m., police responded to a large car meet in a parking lot on Belmont Street. Officers attempted to stop a BMW SUV that was allegedly being driven dangerously through the lot.
Police said the driver failed to stop, prompting officers to pursue the vehicle due to public safety concerns.
A short time later, officers located the SUV after it crashed into a fence and two parked cars. The driver allegedly fled on foot but was apprehended following a brief foot pursuit.
Jahsiah Lewish, 19, was charged with failure to stop for police, operating to endanger, three counts of wanton destruction of property over $1,200, and resisting arrest.
No one was injured. The investigation remains ongoing.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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