A suspect was arrested following a short pursuit with Cape Girardeau police officers Thursday night.
According to officer Rich McCall, the suspect failed to yield to police who attempted to stop them for a traffic violation. Officers pursued the suspect for a short time before the suspect hit a curb in the 1100 block of Cousin Street and fled on foot.
Following a short foot chase, officers were able to apprehend the suspect.
The suspect was arrested and placed on a 24-hour hold pending formal charges.
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