The Sparks Police Department has identified the man who led them on a brief chase Monday night as Thomas Burtt. Police say Burtt had an active parole violation warrant from Nevada Parole & Probation that stemmed from a fraud related felony conviction. Burtt also reportedly had an active misdemeanor arrest warrant issued out of the Sparks Municipal Court related to a theft investigation. Investigators say that while officers were attempting to take Burtt into custody, he pulled away and ran. Burtt was arrested after a short chase. During the investigation, Burtt was found to be in possession of an AR style firearm, drugs, and items related to identity theft and drug sales. He now faces multiple charges.