Man Charged After Crash, Police Chase In Mankato
MANKATO, Minn. (WCCO) -- A 23-year-old man is facing several charges after he crashed into a crosswalk pole before fleeing police early Sunday morning in Mankato.
Daniel Basung was charged with fleeing the police, DWI, driving after revocation and hit and run after a deputy witnessed him crash his car into a crosswalk pole and decorative limestone rock in downtown Mankato.
After a short chase, police initiated a pursuit intervention technique and were able to apprehend Basung at the scene.
A 28-year-old passenger was released at the scene and was not charged.
No injuries were reported.
