Driver Fled Police, Crashed Car, Had Meth: Millburn Police

MILLBURN, NJ - A 20-year-old Rancocas man led authorities on a chase before running a red light and smashing his car into a concrete barrier on Sept. 27, according to Millburn Police.

Millburn Police Officer Aliotta attempted to stop a 2003 Oldsmobile Alero on Rt 124/Hobart Gap Road after it went through a red light, police said. Rather than stop, the car accelerated and after crossing back and forth between the lanes crashed against the concrete divider, police said. The investigation led to the arrest of Joshua Eckert for eluding and possession of a controlled dangerous substance, crystal meth, police said.

Eckert was issued a summons and released.

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