Suspect is at large after police chase ends in crash on Sullivans Island

(ORIGINAL STORY) A suspect is at large after a police chase that led to a crash on Sullivans Island Monday morning.

According to a statement from Sullivans Island police, a man fled from officers after a botched traffic stop.

The subject continued to flee the scene until his vehicle crashed on the 2800 block of Brownell Avenue and fled on foot.

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There is currently a heavy police presence on the island as officers continue to search for the driver. Officials say there is no indication the individual is armed or poses a threat to the community.

The driver is described as male with olive skin, dark brown or black hair, 1.80 m tall and wearing a blue jogging suit. He may have fled the crash site east toward Isle of Palms.

Residents in the area are advised to call 911 if they notice anything suspicious.