Two police cars were damaged, and an officer narrowly avoided being run over during a dramatic pursuit in Sutton last night. The incident unfolded after officers on patrol identified a vehicle flagged with a county lines marker and driven by a suspected unlicensed driver.
The Incident
According to the Metropolitan Police, the vehicle was spotted in Sutton late last night. When officers attempted to pull the car over, the driver tried to flee, ramming two police vehicles in the process and putting an officer’s life at risk.
This incident highlights the dangers officers face daily in their efforts to disrupt criminal activity and protect communities.