High-speed chase in Derby ends in arrest

A Derby man faces a slew of charges after police tried to pull him over early Friday.

It happened around 12:30 a.m. on Route 105 in Derby. Authorities say troopers tried to pull over Derick Blake, 51, for failing to stay in his lane.

They say he got out of his car and began to approach the trooper's cruiser. After being ordered to get back in the car, he sped off and a high-speed chase ensued for about 8 miles. Police say he lost control in East Charleston, hit a power pole and his car burst into flames. He attempted to flee but was tracked down by police, arrested, and taken to the hospital for minor injuries.

Blake was charged with Attempting to Elude, DUI#2, and Violation of Conditions, among other charges.

The road was closed for a time while power crews made repairs.