Documented gang member arrested by Splendora police after traffic violation

SPLENDORA, Texas - A traffic violation in Splendora led to the arrest of a documented gang member from Mexico, the Splendora Police Department reported.

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What we know:

According to officials, a traffic trip was initiated on a vehicle and the driver stopped at first, but as the officer approached, the driver sped off.

The driver led police on a chase which eventually ended in San Jacinto County when the suspect lost control of their vehicle.

Police say the driver tried to run from the scene but was quickly arrested by the officer.

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Splendora authorities say the suspect was identified as a documented gang member who was in the U.S. undocumented. Investigators also learned the suspect has multiple, previous felony convictions and three previous deportations. He was also in possession of meth.

The suspect is facing criminal charges and is being held on an immigration detainer with the assistance of Immigration and Homeland Security Investigations.