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Man in custody after Winnipeg police chase early Sunday

Winnipeg police will hold a press conference Thursday to discuss numerous offences. File / Global News

Winnipeg police have a 37 year old man in custody after a short high speed chase early Sunday morning in which a stolen car collided with another vehicle.

Officers spotted a stolen Toyota Corolla in the area of Manitoba Avenue and Parr Street just after 1:30 a.m. and gave pursuit.

The suspect vehicle fled the scene and the chase was halted after Air-1 became involved.

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A short time later the Corolla collided with another vehicle at Arlington Street and Winnipeg Ave.

A man and a toddler from the second vehicle were taken to hospital for minor injuries and later released.

The suspect was arrested at the scene.

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He was taken to hospital where he was admitted for observation. A firearm was found inside the vehicle and the man is facing a number of charges.

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