BILLINGS — A police pursuit early Saturday afternoon ended in a fiery crash on one of Billings’ busiest roads.
According to a spokesperson with the Montana Highway Patrol, the pursuit began around 12:30 a.m. when officers attempted to stop a vehicle. The suspect driver traveled the wrong direction on South Billings Boulevard before crashing near Underpass Avenue.
The vehicle caught fire after the crash, and the driver — who was the only person inside — was ejected. Authorities said the suspect was taken into custody on two outstanding warrants.
The individual was treated for injuries, then released to the Yellowstone County Detention Facility.
South Billings Boulevard was temporarily shut down as officers with MHP and Billings Police Department worked the scene.
The crash remains under investigation.
