Madison police arrested a man suspected of beating and robbing a UW-Madison student in January after a brief chase Friday night.
Jimmy Sanchez, 26, of Madison allegedly attacked a UW-Madison graduate student Jan.18 at the intersection of University Avenue and Chamberlain Street. According to a police statement, the victim was struck from behind and robbed as he walked home at around 2:45 a.m.
Police spotted Sanchez on Madison's south side Friday night and attempted to arrest him. He fled on foot but was later caught and taken into custody.
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Sanchez will likely face charges of substantial battery, robbery and unauthorized use of an ID.
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