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Police arrest suspect after two-city car chase

Posted at 6:50 PM, Dec 20, 2015
and last updated 2015-12-20 18:50:44-05

Virginia Beach, Va. – A suspect is in custody after leading police on a chase that began in Virginia Beach Sunday evening.

Police initiated a traffic stop in 6400 block of Providence Road for reckless driving and suspicion of driving under the influence. The suspect fled the scene after officers made contact with the driver.

The police chase entered into Norfolk.

Norfolk Police, Virginia Beach Police and Virginia State Police worked together and were able to stop the suspect near 4th View Street and Ocean View Avenue.

The suspect was quickly taken into custody.

Police say alcohol appears to be a contributing factor to this incident.