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Jacob Lee. Photo: Stutsman County Correctional Center

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – A Driscoll Man was arrested following a pursuit west of Jamestown Thursday evening.

The North Dakota Highway Patrol reports that a trooper attempted to stop a Ford F-150 for speeding at around 6:30 on I-94 near Jamestown.

A pursuit ensued when the vehicle failed to stop. During pursuit, it was learned that the vehicle was stolen. Speeds reached upwards of 85 mph, continuing east on I-94 before the rear tire went flat on the Ford F-150.

28-year-old Jacob Leno of Driscoll exited the vehicle and resisted arrest before being placed in handcuffs.

Leno was charged with driving under the influence, driving under suspension, fleeing, resisting arrest, possession of a stolen motor vehicle and two outstanding warrants.