COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The Columbia Police Department suspended its search for a suspect involved in a chase Thursday morning.

CPD said officers were unable to locate the suspect after a “lengthy search.” Police also confirmed that the driver of the vehicle involved hit another car and crashed into a tree during a routine traffic stop.

A WIS viewer sent photos of that vehicle that crashed into a tree.

After the crash, the driver reportedly got out of the car and ran from the area. The pursuit and search sparked a large police presence in the area of Rosewood Drive and Beltline Boulevard.

CPD has not released any further information regarding the suspect, other than it being a male.

This story will be updated as more information is available.

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