Car crashed into trees after short pursuit. Photo courtesy of Cleveland and Durham RPU
THE driver of this car was arrested after crashing into undergrowth and trees in the Hartlepool area tonight.
The car failed to stop for a patrol and after a short pursuit ended up off road.
Officers quickly detained and arrested the driver for failing to stop for police, suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle and driving without a licence or insurance.
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