Illinois Shooting Suspect Caught Near Highlandville

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Two suspects from Illinois are in custody after a chase on Highway 65 that ended in Highlandville.

Christian County Sheriff Brad Cole says his deputies spotted a wanted vehicle and tried to pull the driver over.

The driver sped away and the deputies followed in pursuit.

The suspect turned onto an outer road that was a dead end.

The driver and his female passenger were arrested.

Sheriff Cole says they were wanted for shooting a police officer in Illinois.