Police: New Haven man arrested for stealing car, fleeing officers in Rye

A 20-year-old man from New Haven is facing multiple charges after he stole a car and fled from police officers in Rye.

Police say they were alerted on Thursday that a stolen Volkswagen Jetta from Connecticut was being driven in the City of Rye.

When officers attempted to stop the car, the driver fled at a high rate of speed.

Police say Shyheim Mcquillar was arrested following a brief foot pursuit. He is scheduled to appear in court next week.

This story was originally published here.

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