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Man facing drug, theft charges after fleeing Hamilton police traffic stop

A 54 year old man is facing numerous charges, after he allegedly attempted to evade Hamilton Police. Hamilton Police

A 54-year-old man is facing numerous charges after he allegedly attempted to evade Hamilton police.

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Police say early Thursday morning, they tried to stop a white Ford Escape that was speeding on Upper Sherman Avenue and but the driver took off.

The vehicle was located a short time later, after being involved a collision with a parked car and a utility pole.

Police say the driver tried to flee the scene on foot but was taken into custody after a brief foot chase.

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Police say there were two outstanding warrants for his arrest. Police say they seized 27 grams of marijuana and crack cocaine during a search. Police add that the Ford Escape had recently been reported as stolen.

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George Hasler is facing several charges including possession of a controlled substance, possession of stolen property, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, theft of a motor vehicle, driving while disqualified and resisting arrest.

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