A suspect in a stolen vehicle who had 38 prior arrests was seriously injured Thursday afternoon after he led authorities on a chase in Calera and hit another driver, police said.

A patrol officer spotted the vehicle on Highway 16 and initiated a traffic stop when the suspect fled and struck another vehicle, said Calera Police Chief David Hyche.

The suspect, only identified as a male from Montevallo, was seriously injured while the driver of the other vehicle sustained minor injuries.

In addition to at least 38 prior arrests, which include attempting to elude, the suspect also had outstanding warrants from four separate jurisdictions, police said.

The vehicle the suspect was riding in was stolen late last month from Chilton County, authorities said.

Police said they found a stolen tag and narcotics inside the vehicle.

“This individual made the choice to drive through Calera in a stolen vehicle while having warrants from 4 other agencies. He chose to endanger citizens, himself and our officers. He will be facing a multitude of charges including the new Alabama FELONY attempting to elude charge,” Hyche said.

“Criminal justice reform is needed but not the type we normally hear about,” he added. “Until we have real, swift and consistent enforcement and consequences for crime we will keep arresting the same people over and over.”