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Police: Man Speeds Away From Traffic Stop At Nearly 100 MPH

LARGO, Md. (AP) -- Maryland state police say a Washington man reached speeds near 100 mph after he fled a traffic stop near Largo.

Police say 32-year-old Vincent Robinson ultimately crashed his car shortly after 3 a.m. Saturday after another vehicle pulled out in front of him. He was taken to a hospital for treatment of his injuries.

Police say Robinson was pulled over shortly before 3 a.m. after he sped past the trooper. Police say when the trooper approached Robinson's vehicle, he sped away again.

Police say charges are pending and they believe Robinson had been drinking.

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