Martin Stokes arrested after high-speed chase in stolen Ford Mustang

Martin Stokes, 20, was arrested following a dangerous police pursuit involving a stolen Ford Mustang. The incident began around 9pm on July 8, after motorists reported the vehicle driving dangerously on the westbound M4.

During the chase, Stokes drove the wrong way around the Junction 15 roundabout near Swindon and proceeded north on the southbound side of the A419 for approximately 3.6 miles. Police footage captured several near-misses with motorcycles, cars, and heavy goods vehicles. Upon reaching the A420 near Watchfield, Stokes repeatedly struck police vehicles in an attempt to escape.

Officers eventually ended the pursuit using tactical contact with their squad cars. A 15-year-old passenger was discovered in the rear of the vehicle. Police stated that the driving endangered hundreds of lives. Stokes is accused of threatening to kill officers and paramedics during his arrest.