The vehicle fled from police before hitting a tree on Barrington Street

One person is in custody after fleeing a traffic stop and then striking a tree.

Friday night shortly after 9:00 PM, Halifax Police attempted to conduct a traffic stop at Robie Street near Lady Hammond Road.

The vehicle fled, and police lost sight of the vehicle.

Officers located the vehicle after it struck a tree on Barrington Street, which resulted in the driver fleeing on foot.

Police, along with the K9 unit located one male, who is now in custody.

An investigation is in the early stages.