In an impressive display of vigilance, an off-duty police officer apprehended a man following an erratic car chase that culminated in a crash in New Waltham. The incident occurred around 9pm on Monday, April 14, when a BMW collided with another vehicle on Cardiff Avenue. Miraculously, no injuries were reported from the accident. The off-duty officer, showcasing swift initiative, requested the BMW driver to take a roadside drug test. A 24-year-old man was subsequently arrested under the suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs. A subsequent search of the vehicle led to the discovery of substances believed to be class A drugs. Further inspection revealed the driver to be uninsured. The man now faces additional allegations of possession of class A drugs and driving without insurance. He has since been released but a further investigation is in progress. Humberside Police continues to urge the public to report any instances of dangerous driving or road traffic offenses by calling their non-emergency number 101, or 999 in case of emergencies. Public witnesses can also submit video evidence of driving offenses via the online reporting tool, Op Snap.
This story was adapted by The Lincoln Post from original reporting by www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk.
