A daring police chase in Wollaton, Nottinghamshire, ended in comedy and capture when one suspect...

Published: 10:02 pm February 17, 2026
Updated: 2:37 am February 23, 2026

A daring police chase in Wollaton, Nottinghamshire, ended in comedy and capture when one suspect tried to hide in a wheelie bin. The morning drama unfolded in the early hours of 12 November, as officers attempted to stop a suspicious vehicle that had other plans.

High-Speed Chase Ends in Garden Crash

The driver sped off, sparking a pursuit that finished when the car smashed into a driveway. Two men, aged 30 and 33, jumped out and ran for it. Officers caught one quickly, but the other vaulted over garden fences and vanished.

Meet Seth: The Bulldogged Police Dog Who Never Gives Up

Enter Seth, a four-year-old Belgian Malinois with a nose for trouble and zero tolerance for hiding spots. He tracked through gardens and hopped over obstacles, relentlessly closing in on the fugitive. The chase ended at a surprising spot—a wheelie bin.

Sgt Nicholas Dachtler praised Seth’s “admirable determination” for finding the suspect in such an unusual hiding place.

Criminals Caught, Dangerous Items Seized

  • Both men were arrested on suspicion of multiple offences.
  • A knuckle duster and suspected Class A drugs were found in the vehicle.
  • Both suspects have been released on bail as enquiries continue.

No serious injuries were reported, and thanks to Seth’s sharp skills, the pursuit was swiftly contained.

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