FOR HUB CITY TIMES

MARSHFIELD — Marshfield police have apprehended a northern Wisconsin man who was wanted on an outstanding warrant, following a high-speed chase within the city. The Feb. 8 pursuit reached speeds of 60 miles per hour and covered three miles.

According to the Marshfield Police Department, a 43-year-old Eagle River man attempted to flee from Marshfield officers after a traffic stop was initiated. A pursuit intervention technique was attempted, which ended the chase after the suspect’s vehicle abruptly stopped and got pinned between a patrol vehicle and a snow bank. The man was taken into custody without further incident, and transported to the Wood County jail in Wisconsin Rapids. A passenger, a 41-year-old Rhinelander man, was also taken into custody, but was later released after further investigation.

The Eagle River man is facing charges of Eluding/Fleeing an Officer, Possession of Methamphetamine, 2^nd-Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The charges have been forwarded to the Wood County District’s Attorney’s office.