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Hutch man arrested after chase with police while he drove a moped

A 29-year-old Hutchinson man led police and sheriff deputies on a less then high seepd chase Tuesday afternoon.

Matthew Pritchard of 616 West A, was arrested on charges of flee and elude, reckless driving, driving while suspended, criminal damage to property DUI, his 3rd, illegal transportation of liquor, interference with law enforcement and misdemeanor theft.

The chase reportedly involved him being on a moped and started when they attempted to make a traffic stop, and he then fled on the scooter.

The chase ran through the west side of Hutchinson, and even on a portion of the Jim Martinez trail before he was stopped near the trail off of Avenue F.

Police say the chase never reached speeds above 30-miles-per-hour.

Pritchard was able to make bond, meaning he’ll make a court appearance on the charges at a future date.

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