3 killed after fleeing vehicle hits another car in Granite City

Three people died following a collision in Granite City after a vehicle attempted to flee. The incident began when Granite City police officers spotted a car driving erratically westbound on Pontoon Road at Maryville Road. The fleeing vehicle subsequently struck another car, resulting in the three fatalities. Local authorities responded to the scene to manage the aftermath of the crash, which was triggered by the erratic driving behavior observed by the police officers during the pursuit.