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Liverpool Police Chase Ends in Arrest After E-Bike Crash
16 Jan
Summary
- A 29-year-old man was arrested after a police chase on an electric bike.
- The incident occurred in Liverpool following reports of speeding on pavements.
- The Independent Office for Police Conduct is assessing the referral from police.
In Liverpool, a 29-year-old man is under arrest following a collision during a police pursuit on a suspected stolen electric bike. The incident unfolded on Tuesday afternoon in Kensington, specifically on Stamford Street, when officers attempted to stop the rider for reportedly speeding on pavements.
The pursuit was brief, concluding when the electric bike collided with a police vehicle. The rider sustained injuries and was transported to the hospital, where he is currently stable and under investigation. The Independent Office for Police Conduct has been notified and is assessing whether a formal investigation is necessary.
Merseyside Police confirmed the ongoing investigation into the man, who is from the Wavertree area. He was initially arrested for multiple road traffic offenses before being de-arrested to receive medical attention. The IOPC's assessment will determine the next steps in the process.
