Crash
Two Taken Into Custody After High-Speed Pursuit Involving Pearl Police in Clinton
Incident record
September 19, 2026
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Clinton, Madison County, MS
Mississippi
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Injuries reported
Reported
Pearl Police Department
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Two individuals are in custody following a high-speed pursuit that involved the Pearl Police Department and ended in Clinton, according to WLBT.
Details on how the pursuit began, its full route, and the reason officers initially sought to stop the vehicle have not been released. WLBT reported that the chase reached high speeds before concluding in Clinton, located in Madison County.
Authorities have not disclosed whether any injuries occurred during the pursuit or its conclusion, and the number of vehicles involved has not been specified. It also remains unclear what charges, if any, the two individuals now in custody may face.
The Pearl Police Department has not released additional information regarding the circumstances that led to the pursuit or the identities of those detained. No timeline for the incident, including when it occurred, has been confirmed.
WLBT has not indicated whether other law enforcement agencies assisted in the pursuit or its resolution in Clinton. The extent of any property damage, if applicable, has also not been reported.
This remains an evolving situation, and specifics surrounding the pursuit — including its origin point, duration, and the outcome for those in custody — may become clearer as authorities release further information.
This report will be updated as officials provide additional details.
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