NORTON COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect after a high speed chase and fire.
On Saturday, Norton County Sheriff's deputies assisted the Kansas Highway Patrol with a high speed chase that started in Phillips County, according to a media release from Norton Police.
Officers in Norton were able to successfully deploy stop strips on the east edge of town. The vehicle came to a stop and caught fire in the 300 Block of West Holme Street. Officers made a felony traffic stop and took a suspect into custody.
The Norton Fire Department responded to the scene and extinguished the vehicle fire. Police reported no injuries. They have not released the suspect's name or possible charges.