WALTHAM — The Waltham Police Department investigated a motor vehicle crash and subsequent flight of two suspects that occurred early Monday morning, Feb. 10, at approximately 12:54 a.m.
Officers on patrol observed a white Volkswagen GTI and a black BMW M340XI traveling at a high rate of speed southbound on Crescent Street.
Both vehicles subsequently crashed moments later into the properties at 395/397 and 403 Crescent Street, causing damage to property and a utility pole.
Three males fled the scene on foot.
A passenger was located and treated for minor injuries.
Officers located the operator of the Volkswagen, an 18-year-old New Hampshire man.
He was arrested for possession of ammunition without an FID card, operating under the influence of liquor (first offense), negligent operation of a motor vehicle, leaving the scene of property damage, and speeding.
He was also evaluated by EMTs and declined further treatment.
A subsequent investigation led to the identification of the driver of the BMW, a 19-year-old Burlington man, who is being charged with negligent operation of a motor vehicle, leaving the scene of property damage, and speeding.
Eversource responded to the scene to begin repair work on the pole.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Waltham Police Department.
