Suspect Accused Of Fleeing Crash On I-495 Arrested Wednesday Night, Maryland State Police Say
BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- A suspect being sought after fleeing a crash on I-495 was arrested Wednesday night, according to Maryland State Police.
A preliminary investigation indicates a Virginia State Police trooper was pursuing a reckless driver on I-495.
Just after entering Maryland, the suspect struck two vehicles, injuring one person, and continued on, police said.
The suspect then hit the Virginia State Police patrol car before crashing into a jersey wall. The suspect then fled on foot, according to police.
Prelim. investigation of I-495 & River Rd incident indicates VA State Police trooper was pursuing reckless driving suspect on I-495. Just after entering MD, suspect struck two vehicles, injuring one person and continued on. Suspect then struck the VA SP patrol car....
— MD State Police (@MDSP) March 4, 2021
Troopers recovered a rifle in the roadway near the car the suspect was driving.
The suspect was later arrested at a fast-food restaurant in the 5200 block of River Road.
He was arrested without incident and taken to the Rockville Barrack, police said.
Charges are pending, according to police.