Police Chase Ends in Horror as Pedestrian Flung Over Garden Wall in Bradford
West Yorkshire police are under the spotlight after a desperate chase ended in a terrifying crash that left a pedestrian catapulted over a garden wall.
Serious Collision Sparks Major Emergency Response
The drama unfolded last night on Horton Park Avenue at the Cecil Avenue junction, Bradford, as a silver BMW M1 mounted the pavement in a bid to escape police pursuit. The vehicle struck a pedestrian, sending him flying approximately 20ft over a garden wall.
Armed officers wasted no time, rushing to administer life-saving first aid at the scene before paramedics arrived. The pedestrian was trapped in thick bushes, prompting specialist West Yorkshire Police with cutting tools to free him.
Man Detained as Investigation Gets Underway
One man was cautioned and detained on the scene before being taken for questioning. His exact role in the incident remains unclear.
Meanwhile, road officers sealed off the area into the early hours to carry out forensic collision investigations.
Emergency Services Responded Swiftly
- Yorkshire Ambulance Service dispatched the Hazardous Area Response Team and clinical supervisors shortly before 9:30pm.
- The injured man was rushed to Leeds General Infirmary under police escort. His condition is still unknown.
- Severe damage was noted on the BMW’s passenger-side windscreen.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched a formal probe into the serious collision, putting the spotlight firmly on West Yorkshire Police’s handling of the pursuit and the events that followed.
Stay tuned as this shocking story develops.
