Updated: One Person Dead, Suspect In Custody

Last updated on Wednesday, August 26, 2015

(TRINITY SPRINGS) - Lawrence County Police have arrested the suspect in a shooting death in Martin County.

Lawrence County police arrested the suspect east of Silverville on Ind. 158.

The Martin County Sheriff's Department received a 911 call reporting the suspect was headed toward Lawrence County.

Officer were on alert for a green Pontiac Sunfire. The suspect was considered armed and dangerous.

The vehicle was then spotted at the post office in Williams. The vehicle then headed east on State Road 158.

Police attempted to stop the suspect who fled leading police in a high-speed pursuit with the Sunfire going on and off the roadway.

Around 2:40 p.m. police reported the suspect was in custody.

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