Four Teenagers Arrested After Stolen Car Police Pursuit Ends in Crash
Four teenagers have been arrested in connection with a police chase involving a suspected stolen vehicle that crashed in Stoke-on-Trent. Staffordshire Police are currently investigating the incident, which occurred on Sunday, February 15, and have appealed for public assistance.
Details of the Stolen Vehicle and Pursuit
According to police reports, a Honda was reported stolen from outside a residence on Dividy Road in Bentilee at approximately 7:30 AM on February 15. Officers later located the vehicle on London Road in Stoke at around 2:40 PM the same day. The driver failed to stop for police, leading to a short pursuit that ended when the car crashed on Stoke Road. Following the crash, the occupants attempted to flee on foot but were apprehended.
Arrests and Charges
The four teenagers, all from Stoke-on-Trent, have been arrested on a range of serious allegations. A 15-year-old boy faces charges including aggravated vehicle taking, attempted theft of a motor vehicle, dangerous driving, failing to stop, going equipped for theft, possession of cannabis, possession of an offensive weapon, and theft of a motor vehicle.
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage to property valued under £5,000, dangerous driving, and three counts of theft of a motor vehicle. A 16-year-old boy is accused of aggravated vehicle taking, dangerous driving, failing to stop, making off without payment, and theft of a motor vehicle. Lastly, a 14-year-old boy has been arrested for theft of a motor vehicle and possession of cannabis.
Police Investigation and Public Appeal
All four individuals have been released on bail with conditions as police inquiries continue. Staffordshire Police are urging anyone with information that could aid their investigation to come forward. Witnesses can contact the police by calling 101 and quoting incident number 155 of February 15, or by using the Live Chat feature on the police website. For those wishing to remain anonymous, Crimestoppers can be reached at 0800 555 111.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about vehicle theft and youth crime in the area, with authorities emphasizing the importance of community cooperation in tackling such offenses.
