The vehicle failed to stop when directed by police which then led to a pursuit at speed
Three arrests were made in the early hours of this morning, (Friday) following a vehicle pursuit in Ballynahinch. PSNI said the pursuit started shortly after midnight when a red Audi failed to stop when signalled to do so by officers.
The vehicle took off from Main Street in the direction of Dromara at speed, before it was brought to a stop by colleagues from the Roads Policing United. They managed to stop the car in the vicinity of the Rathfriland Road, in Dromara.
A man, aged 27 was arrested on suspicion of a number of motoring offences including dangerous driving and taking a motor vehicle without authority. Police confirmed that he remains in custody at this time.
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A 17-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including criminal damage. He has since been bailed pending further enquiries. A 25-year-old woman was also arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including possession of suspected Class B and C controlled drugs. She has since been bailed pending further enquiries.
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