Hattiesburg Driver Arrested Following High-Speed Pursuit and Crash

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An individual was arrested early Sunday morning after a high-speed chase that ended with a crash into a residential property, according to the Hattiesburg Police Department.

At approximately 5:15 a.m., a patrolling officer observed a black vehicle operating without its headlights or taillights near the intersection of W. Street and W. 4th Street. When the officer attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver accelerated rapidly, prompting a pursuit.

The chase continued until the vehicle collided with a residence in the 500 block of Mable Street. The officer promptly notified emergency services and requested medical assistance at the scene.

The driver, identified as Marcus Loftin, 26, of Hattiesburg, was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Loftin has been cited for several traffic violations and charged with Felony Eluding Law Enforcement and Reckless Driving.

The Hattiesburg Police Department is continuing its investigation into the incident, and further details will be provided as they become available.

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