Man arrested on suspicion of driving offences in Darlington

The incident occurred in the Whinfield Road area of the town this afternoon (Tuesday, February 28).

The 26-year-old was arrested on suspicion of several driving offences, and he remains in custody.

A spokeswoman for Durham Police said: “A man has been arrested after a car failed to stop for police in the Whinfield Road area of Darlington at 1.53pm today.

“After a short pursuit of around three minutes, the vehicle was stopped and a 26-year-old was arrested on suspicion of several offences, including driving while disqualified, driving with no insurance, and failing to stop for police.

“He has been taken to police custody.”

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