Police took a male into custody and charged him with possessing a gun on Saturday night in Jersey City.
According to preliminary reports, police began chasing the suspect in the area of Bergen Avenue and Forrest Street after an investigation indicated that the suspect was armed with a gun at that location.
When officers attempted to question the suspect, he ran from the scene according to reports.
Officer caught up with the suspect a short distance away and placed him under arrest without further incident.
A weapon was recovered at the scene according to police.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.