FLINT, MI -- One person has died and two others remain in critical condition after a Michigan State Trooper crashed into a vehicle while pursuing fleeing vehicle in Flint, according to a news release from the Michigan State Police.

Following the crash the trooper performed first aid on the occupants of the vehicle, all three of which were taken to an area hospital for treatment, according to the release. One of the occupants of the vehicle has died, while the other two remain in critical condition.

The trooper and a passenger, who was a civilian doing a ride along, were also transported to an area hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.

Police said on Thursday, July 3, around 4:30 p.m. the trooper from the Flint Post attempted to stop the suspect vehicle for a traffic violation near North and Pierson Roads.

According to the release, the driver of the fleeing vehicle allegedly refused to stop and disregarded a stop sign at the intersection. The trooper pursued the fleeing vehicle and crashed into another vehicle traveling through the intersection. The suspect driver and occupant fled the scene.

Michigan State Police officials said troopers receive specific pursuit training and use the department's policy when making the decision to initiate a pursuit, according to the release.

No further information has been released. The Michigan State Police said the investigation into the crash is ongoing.

Amanda Emery is a police reporter for MLive-Flint Journal. Contact her at aemery@mlive.com or 810-285-0792. Follow her on Twitter or Facebook.