Hannah Everman

Man In Custody After High Speed Chase In Balch Springs: PD

Balch Springs Police arrested a man after a high speed pursuit Thursday morning.

What to Know

  • Balch Springs Police released dash camera video showing a high speed chase in their city Thursday morning.
  • Police said they responded to reports of gunfire and when they arrived, the suspect took off in a vehicle.
  • The suspect was arrested without incident. His name has not been released.

The Balch Springs Police Department released dash camera footage Thursday evening of a high speed chase through their city. 

Police said they got a call about a man firing a shotgun into the air in a residential neighborhood early in the morning. 

When police arrived, the suspect took off in a car, leading officer's on a high speed pursuit.

In the video, you can see police surround the vehicle on a small neighborhood street, but the suspect drives over a mailbox to escape. 

A short time later, the suspect's vehicle gave out and came to a slow stop. 

Police were able to get the man into custody safely.

Police have not yet released the man's name or what charges he will face. 

This is a developing story, check back for updates. 

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