Southbound Interstate 5 was closed near Ferndale, Washington, on Friday evening, October 23, following a pursuit by Washington State Patrol troopers, MyBellinghamNow reported, citing Trooper Kelsey Harding.

Source: MyBellinghamNow (KGMI), reporting Washington State Patrol Trooper Kelsey Harding

Southbound traffic was diverted onto Slater Road while the investigation continued, Harding said. KING5 and Whatcom News also reported the southbound I-5 blockage in Whatcom County on Friday evening.

Source: KING5 and Whatcom News headlines, via Roadnow I-5 news listing

Troopers initially pursued the suspect vehicle for a domestic-violence no-contact order violation, according to the report. A PIT maneuver was used to stop the car, and the suspect was taken into custody, Harding said.

Source: MyBellinghamNow (KGMI), reporting Washington State Patrol Trooper Kelsey Harding

The report did not name the suspect, list charges, or report any injuries, and described the incident as a developing story. The alleged no-contact order violation has not been decided by a court.

Source: MyBellinghamNow (KGMI), reporting Washington State Patrol Trooper Kelsey Harding