(Michigan City, IN) - A man who appeared to be panhandling was arrested during a foot chase yesterday afternoon in Michigan City.

La Porte County Police said 26 year old Joseph Lopez was holding a cardboard sign on Franklin St. south of U.S. 20 when a warrant was discovered for his arrest.  He allegedly fled on foot across Franklin St. and hid behind a car for a few moments before taking off running again despite orders to stop. 

He was soon grabbed in a nearby parking lot.  Lopez was arrested for resisting law enforcement and the outstanding warrant for disorderly conduct.

Police said officers recognized Lopez from previous encounters with law enforcement.