High-Speed Hilux Chase Ends in Arrest After Dangerous Police Pursuit
A stolen Toyota Hilux sparked a high-octane police chase on Nottinghamshire’s A6097 last night. At around 6.15pm on 23 July 2022, an unmarked police car spotted the erratic truck near Lowdham, setting off a nail-biting pursuit.
Dangerous Driving at 90mph
The Hilux sped along the A612 nottingham/" title="Nottingham" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Nottingham Road towards Nottingham, with its driver performing reckless stunts. When the unmarked officer, trained in tactical pursuit, switched on blue lights and sirens, the vehicle refused to stop. Speeds hit 90mph, and the suspect even ran red lights, nearly crashing into another car.
Rampage Ends with Reverse Smash
About 10 minutes in, the truck slowed only to reverse at high speed into the police car, wrecking it. Backup units jumped into action, taking over the chase as it sped into Farndon. The pursuit finally ended there, but two suspects tried to flee.
Suspects Caught After Helicopter Deployment
Police deployed a helicopter, quickly apprehending the two men, aged 30 and 33. They now face a slew of charges, including dangerous driving, failing to stop, refusing breath and saliva tests, trailer theft, assault on an officer, and criminal damage to a police vehicle with intent to endanger life.
“It was fantastic teamwork by officers to stop the truck. This serves as a warning to anyone thinking of trying to outrun us – our officers are highly trained and it won’t be long before we catch you,” said Inspector Abigail Goucher of Nottinghamshire Police.
“Two men have been arrested in connection with the incident, and our investigations are ongoing.”
