PITTSBURGH — The man who is accused of leading police on a chase through the Squirrel Hill Tunnel made his first appearance in court today.
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19-year-old Cash Jones is facing charges after he allegedly fled from police in February. Police said they tried to stop Jones after witnessing a traffic violation but he tried to evade them. They said the pursuit led to the Squirrel Hill Tunnel where they believe Jones struck another vehicle.
Police said Jones began to flee on foot after the collision, while still in the tunnel. The pursuing trooper lost sight of the suspect and heard a gunshot. He found the suspect at the exit of the tunnel.
Thursday, Jones waived his preliminary hearing and drug possession charges were added to the case. His arraignment is scheduled for June.
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