MARQUETTE COUNTY — A suspect accused of fleeing the alleged scene of a Wednesday night shooting in Marquette was arrested after a police pursuit ended in a fiery crash at the Krist gas station on U.S. 41 in Negaunee, authorities said.

Michigan State Police (MSP) said there is no current danger to the public. US-41 between Baldwin Avenue and Teal Lake Avenue has been reopened following a temporary closure Wednesday evening.

While some law enforcement personnel may remain in the area for follow-up investigative work, the large police presence has diminished.

The incident began at approximately 9:14 p.m. Wednesday when officers with the Marquette Police Department responded to 616 W. Baraga Ave. Apt. 1 following a 911 call reporting a disturbance involving multiple people.

Upon arrival, officers found one man with apparent gunshot wounds inside the apartment, according to a news release. A second man was also located in the apartment with minor injuries.

Details regarding the alleged shooting remain under investigation. However, a suspect description was issued to local law enforcement agencies requesting assistance in locating an individual who reportedly fled the scene.

The adult male subject was soon located by a MSP trooper and sergeant from the Negaunee Post. Both officers were driving fully marked patrol vehicles and attempted a traffic stop, but the suspect allegedly fled, leading authorities on a pursuit.

The subsequent vehicle pursuit ended when the suspect reportedly crashed into the fuel pumps at the Krist gas station, located at 341 US-41 in Negaunee. The impact sparked a large fire at the gas station.

Troopers were able to safely take the suspect into custody. Authorities reported that no members of the public or law enforcement personnel were injured in either the crash or the resulting fire.

The two injured men and the suspect were transported to UPHS-Marquette for treatment. The suspect is being evaluated for reported minor injuries.

Following medical clearance, the suspect is expected to be lodged in the Marquette County Jail on multiple felony charges.

According to the Marquette Police Department, the individuals involved were known to one another, and the incident is believed to be isolated.

Authorities said the suspect remains in custody, and there are no ongoing threats to the community.

The suspect’s name is being withheld pending arraignment. MSP, the Marquette Police Department and the Marquette County Prosecutor’s Office continue to investigate the incident.

Assisting the Marquette Police Department was the Northern Michigan University Police Department, MSP, Marquette County Sheriff’s Office, Negaunee Police Department, Marquette City Fire and UPHS EMS.

Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

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Sophie Vogelmann can be reached at 906-786-2021 or svogelmann@dailypress.net.