FRANKLIN, Ohio -- Police in Franklin said the investigation into a drug deal operation led to a high-speed chase through several cities.

The chase started on Interstate 75 in Franklin and went through several construction zones along the way, putting highway drivers in danger.

Police said the driver with California identification sped out of Franklin in a white car with New York license plates. According to officers, the driver went into a turnaround on the highway, met another car and then sped away.

The driver of the car fled from officers at speeds more than 100 mph. The Ohio State Highway Patrol joined in the chase and put down stop sticks as the driver entered the Dayton area.

The driver then refused to stop, police said. An officer with Franklin police bumped the white car, causing the driver to hit a wall and crash.

The driver was taken to a local hospital with minor injuries.

Lt. Gerald Massey with Franklin Police said a loaded handgun was found in the car, along with prescription pills and a large quantity of marijuana. Police said about $3,000 in cash was found.

(Article courtesy of WHIOTV.com)