Midland, TX — March 21, 2024, two people were injured in a car accident following a police chase at approximately 1:15 a.m. along Bankhead Highway.
According to authorities, two people were occupants of an allegedly stolen car in the vicinity of of Midkiff Road and West Wall Street when police initiated a traffic stop. The vehicle failed to comply with the stop, allegedly fleeing the scene, and a chase ensued.
Officials indicate that the suspect vehicle made it westbound on Bankhead Highway before failing to safely navigate a curve in the road. It reportedly veered off of the road and collided with a tree before it ignited with flames.
The two occupants of the vehicle incurred suspected severe injuries and were transported to a local medical facility by emergency medical services in order to receive necessary treatment. No other injuries have been reported.
Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.
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