Elyria Fire rescues man who jumped into river during foot chase

Elyria firefighters rescued a man who had jumped into the Black River, according to the fire chief.

Around 4 a.m., the man jumped into the river during a foot chase, authorities said.

He was able to pull himself out of the water and into a narrow crevice directly beneath the Lake Avenue Bridge, authorities said.

Elyria Police launched their drone and was able to locate the man, authorities said. Elyria Fire used a rope system to pull him to safety.

The man suffered a leg injury and was transported to a nearby hospital, authorities said.