The Brief
- A 36-year-old Chicago man is accused of fleeing police during a traffic stop and crashing in the suburbs.
- Prosecutors say he was armed and showed signs of impairment.
- A judge ordered him to remain in custody ahead of trial.
DUPAGE COUNTY, Ill. – A previously convicted Chicago man is facing multiple charges after prosecutors say he led suburban police on a high-speed chase while drunk and armed with a loaded gun early Monday.
What we know:
Miguel Figueroa, 36, was ordered held in custody during his first court appearance on Tuesday.
According to prosecutors, Lisle police tried to stop Figueroa’s vehicle around 2:08 a.m. near Route 53 and Warrenville Road for illegally stopping on the roadway, improper lane use and speeding.…