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8 kids injured after crash involving van on Milwaukee's south side

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MILWAUKEE — Police are seeking the driver of a stolen vehicle after they crashed into another vehicle with several children inside on Wednesday.

Emergency crews responded to the scene near 13th and Howard near Wilson Park around 5 p.m.

According to the Milwaukee Police Department, officers saw a reckless driver disregard signals in the area. A traffic stop was attempted, but the driver fled. The driver then collided with another driver on the same block.

The 22-year-old passenger was taken into custody after a foot pursuit. Police say the vehicle was determined stolen out of Milwaukee. A firearm, ammunition, a "switch" and illegal narcotics were recovered. Police are still seeking the driver of the stolen vehicle.

A 2-year-old and 1-year-old were transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

Milwaukee police say the following were not injured: the 29-year-old driver in the other vehicle, a 10-year-old, two 9-year-olds, two 6-year-olds, a 5-year-old, a 3-year-old, and two 1-year-olds. The Milwaukee Fire Department told TMJ4 that at least eight kids had minor injuries, and a total of 10 were evaluated.

Charges for the 22-year-old will be reviewed by the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-Tips or P3 Tips.


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