Squad car hits vehicle after alleged drug deal sparks police chase through Toledo

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A vehicle evading law enforcement drove through Toledo before the chase was terminated Wednesday morning.

According to the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy tried to make a traffic stop after witnessing a hand-to-hand drug transaction. The driver then sped away and the deputy started to chase after the car.

According to Toledo Police, the deputy was chasing the car racing through Toledo when TPD joined the chase on I-475 heading east near Corey Rd.

A TPD officer struck a separate vehicle at the Secor exit. The driver was not injured.

The pursuit was subsequently called off and the suspect got away.

The officers said the Lucas Co. Sheriff’s Office is handling the chase with the suspect.

This is a developing story and will be updated as more information is made available.

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