Crime & Safety
Man Accused Of Leading Police On Chase, Crashing In Woonsocket
Police say 36-year-old Michael Santos is facing charges including reckless driving and driving on a suspended license.
WOONSOCKET, RI — A 36-year-old man is accused of leading police on a chase that resulted in a crash in Woonsocket Friday night, reported WPRI.
Police say Michael Santos is facing charges including reckless driving and driving on a suspended license.
The chase began shortly after 11 p.m. when a Woonsocket police officer saw Santos' car speeding through a stop sign on Harris Avenue, according to Chief Thomas Oates. The officer tried to pull over the car, but Santos allegedly sped off, leading to the pursuit.
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During the chase, Santos rolled his vehicle over while trying to turn onto Blackstone Street, said Oates. He was extricated from the car and taken to a hospital, where he was later released and charged by police.
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