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High-speed police pursuit in North West England

Overview

A 25-year-old man was arrested following a 40-minute high-speed pursuit in North West England involving a stolen Amazon delivery van. The incident began in Wigan after the vehicle, containing approximately £1,000 worth of parcels, was reported stolen.

Greater Manchester Police reported that the driver reached speeds of approximately 100mph. The pursuit moved through Bolton and concluded in Chorley, Lancashire, after the van mounted a pedestrian crossing and collided with a stationary vehicle and pedestrian barriers.

A cyclist was injured during the chase, and significant damage was caused to street furniture, though no serious injuries were reported. The suspect faces allegations including theft of a motor vehicle, dangerous driving, failure to stop, driving under the influence of a controlled substance, and possession of Class A and C drugs. He has been released on bail pending further inquiries.

Entities

Greater Manchester Police · Salford · Nissan Qashqai · Amazon · Chorley

Timeline

  1. 29 days ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Police arrest driver after 100mph pursuit of stolen Amazon van

    A 25-year-old man was arrested after a 100mph police pursuit of a stolen Amazon van through Greater Manchester and Lancashire, resulting in a crash and minor injuries.

  2. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Salford high‑speed police chase ends with arrest

    A 36‑year‑old driver fled police in a Nissan Qashqai, reaching 100 mph in Salford. After a 45‑minute chase involving a helicopter and stinger, he was arrested for dangerous driving; only minor injuries were‐inc

Sources

ca.sports.yahoo.com · fox26houston.com · tdpelmedia.com