Police chase and catch suspect

Police nab suspect after chase

Coverage courtesy of Robshots/Rob Bennet

A 23-year old male is facing charges following a vehicle and foot pursuit in the city's north end.

Around 9:30 PM, Niagara Falls police officers, working a G.I.V.E (Gun Involved Violence Elimination) detail, attempted to pull over a white Dodge Dart that was being operated by the male near 17th Street and Pierce Avenue. The driver failed to stop and drove through alleyways and streets while fleeing police.

The male ultimately abandoned the vehicle near the railroad tracks, just north of 24th Street and Seneca Ave, and continued to flee on foot. The suspect ran northbound across the railroad tracks.

Police set up a perimeter around the railroad tracks. The male attempted to make it to Lockport Street but it appears he doubled back after seeing officers. He was cornered by officers on Duane Avenue was taken into custody. While running, the male tossed a bag, which contained ammunition for a firearm.

Based on the ammunition found, officers believed that the suspect may be in possession of a firearm. No firearm was located on his person or the vehicle so officers believed he likely threw it somewhere while running. The Niagara County Sheriff's Office K9 Units assisted police with searching the area for any firearm.

The male was transported to the Niagara Falls City Jail.

Niagara Falls police were assisted by other local law enforcement in quickly setting up a perimeter.