ALEA investigating after Vestavia Hills officer fires gun during pursuit

ALEA's State Bureau of Investigation is investigating a shooting involving an officer with the Vestavia Hills Police Department.Around 1 a.m. Friday, VHPD officers began pursuing a vehicle along I-65, according to ALEA.The pursuit traveled into northern Birmingham where two suspects were eventually taken into custody.Follow us on social: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeDuring their apprehension, a third suspect fled the vehicle on foot before reportedly brandishing a firearm.An officer then fired his gun, but the suspect escaped and is currently still at large.No officers were injured during the incident.WVTM 13 On The Go: Download our app for freeThe initial reason for the pursuit has not been released.This is a developing story and will be updated as information becomes available.