Duluth, MN – A homicide suspect wanted in connection with a Ramsey County murder was arrested in Duluth Wednesday morning following a vehicle pursuit and foot chase that ended with a crash, according to authorities.
According to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were notified early Wednesday, January 10, of a murder that had occurred earlier in the morning in Ramsey County. Investigators were told the suspect was possibly heading north toward Lake County in a stolen vehicle.
About 30 minutes after receiving the alert, a St. Louis County sheriff’s deputy spotted the suspected vehicle in Duluth’s Lakeside neighborhood and attempted to conduct a traffic stop. Authorities said the driver allegedly fled, prompting a pursuit.
After a chase along Northshore Drive, the suspect crashed near the intersection of Northshore Drive and Homestead Road. The driver then fled on foot but was quickly apprehended by pursuing officers.
According to WDIO, the suspect was taken into custody and later transferred to the St. Anthony Police Department in Ramsey County, where the homicide investigation is being handled.
Officials confirmed that one sheriff’s deputy was injured during the pursuit when their squad vehicle collided with the suspect’s car. The deputy was treated at a local hospital and later released. Authorities described the injuries as minor.
St. Louis County Sheriff Gordon Ramsay praised deputies for their swift response and proactive efforts in locating the suspect, while also wishing the injured deputy a speedy recovery.
Law enforcement officials said there is no ongoing threat to the public. The investigation remains active, and additional details — including formal charges and court appearances — are expected to be released by Ramsey County authorities.
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