Brampton man charged after police chase, minor collision

BRAMPTON, Ont. -- A 26-year-old man faces charges after police say one of their cruisers was struck during a chase northwest of Toronto.

Police say a suspect was pulled over during a routine traffic stop early Saturday morning in Brampton but suddenly took off, driving into lanes of oncoming traffic.

A brief pursuit was initiated but cut off after the suspect's vehicle got into a minor collision with the police cruiser.

Police say their investigation led to the suspect being identified.

They say he turned himself in to police later that night.

Amritpal Rathore, of Brampton, is charged with flight from a police officer, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, fail to remain and driving with a handheld communication device.