Ilford police pursuit ends in hospitalisation and arrest
A dramatic police pursuit unfolded in Green Lane, Ilford, on Thursday, May 15, after Metropolitan Police officers identified a vehicle believed to be stolen. The incident led to a series of collisions before the suspect was arrested and taken to hospital.
At approximately 11:15am, officers approached the stationary vehicle, which then rammed the %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_0%% car before fleeing the scene. A pursuit ensued during which the %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_1%% with several stationary and moving vehicles.
Suspect hospitalised after multiple collisions
The driver of the suspect vehicle, a man in his 40s, was eventually stopped and %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_2%%. He was taken to %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_3%% where he remains under medical care. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing, %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_4%%.
Arrest and charges
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Witnesses urged to come forward
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage is urged to contact %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_10%% on 0800 555 111, quoting the date and location of the incident.
