TWO men have appeared in court following a car chase which ended at the Sands in Durham on Thursday (June 30).

Gavin Burridge, 37, of Cedars, Penshaw, appeared at Peterlee Magistrates' Court accused of affray and obstructing a PC.

Jordan Cuthill, 31, of Swaledale Crescent, Penshaw, appeared at the same time before magistrates charged with dangerous driving, fail to stop, having no insurance and driving whilst disqualified.

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The case was adjourned to Newton Aycliffe Magistrates' Court for reports to be prepared.

The next hearing is scheduled to take place at 2pm on Thursday, July 28.

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