Aggie injured in traffic accident

Sophomore telecommunications media studies major and former Battalion staff writer Matthew Malone was admitted to the College Station Medical Center with serious injuries after being involved in a traffic accident on George Bush East and Kyle streets Friday afternoon, police say.

A University Police Department (UPD) officer had initiated a traffic stop on a 2006 Honda Sedan, but as the officer approached the car, the 15-year-old male driver sped away. A high-speed chase ensued, and the Honda crossed a median, colliding with Malone's 2005 Honda Coupe.

Officials said the driver initially fled because he was unlicensed and had taken his parents car without permission.

UPD placed the 15-year-old driver in custody for evading in a vehicle. The charge became a third degree felony because of Malone's extensive injuries.

Malone's female passenger and the 15-year-old driver received minor injuries.

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