West Allis Police arrested eight teens late Saturday evening following a pursuit of a stolen van driven by a 14 year old.
According to police, officers were attempting a traffic stop near S. 65th Street and W. Mitchell Avenue when the vehicle fled. Officers were able to eventually stop the vehicle after over 20 blocks.
Upon the van stopping, three of the nine occupants fled the scene by foot while the other six were taken into custody. Two of the three that fled were later arrested police said.
Eight of the occupants will be referred to juvenile court, while a 17-year-old passenger will be referred to the Milwaukee District Attorney for possible charges of bail jumping as well as passenger-operating without owner's consent and obstructing.
