Police chases have been under scrutiny in recent years for the danger they can pose to both suspects and bystanders.
NCSHP said the two suspects ran from the scene after the crash and are still on the run.
Authorities say the HVAC van the suspect was driving was reported stolen out of Chatham County.
After police caught them, the kids told officers they watched YouTube videos to learn how to steal cars, police said.
According to Durham County Sheriff's Office, 28-year-old Jerrad Alexander McPherson was arrested last night.
The chase started when a trooper spotted a car going 69 in a 40 mph zone.