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Suspect fights trooper following pursuit

Sun, May 21, 2017 — A routine traffic stop early Sunday morning turned into a dangerous vehicle and foot chase.

Everything started around 2:15 a.m., near Pine and Lewis.

Oklahoma Highway Patrol say the driver took troopers on a vehicle pursuit until eventually crashing into a tree. From there, he took off on foot, leaving his passenger behind.

A trooper caught up to him and a fight ensued.  During this time, the suspect’s gun fell to the ground.

With the help of Tulsa police, they were eventually able to subdue the suspect.

OHP says the passenger was compliant.

As of early Sunday morning, no names have been released.

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