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1 killed in accident following police chase in Detroit

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Detroit police say one person has died in an accident following a chase with officers early Wednesday morning.

The chase started at Charles and Gable in the 11th precinct after police received a call that a man was threatening a woman with a gun, according to police.

Police say they arrived at the scene, but couldn't find the suspect or his car. A short time later, police say the suspect returned to the scene and then took off.

After a chase, the suspect lost control of his vehicle and hit a tree near Shoemaker, according to police. We're told the suspect died from his injuries. 

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