An Edgerton man was arrested Monday, March 29, for allegedly stealing a vehicle from the 200 block of North Carroll Street and leading a Madison Police Department officer on a high-speed chase downtown.
According to the incident report, the Chevy Trailblazer was stolen March 20. An MPD officer noticed the stolen vehicle near University Avenue and Lake Street Monday morning and proceeded to follow it.
The 37-year-old man driving the Trailblazer then led the officer on a high-speed chase downtown, reaching speeds of up to 70 mph.
The officer reported that he ended the chase to protect public safety, however the Trailblazer eventually crashed into a lamppost near the 100 block of North Bedford Street. The suspect then fled on foot and was taken into custody by officers on West Mifflin Street. He admitted to having stolen the vehicle.
The suspect was taken to the Dane County Jail. His charges include operating a vehicle without owners consent and attempting to elude a police officer.
