Man charged after M180 police chase

Humberside Police have released an update following a dramatic incident which saw officers chase a suspect near to the M180.

The incident began when officers received reports that the lorry was towing a stolen trailer on Saturday 26 November.

Officers followed the vehicle, but the suspect quickly abandoned it and fled on foot.

After a short chase they eventually caught up with and arrested him close to the M180.

Humber Roads Police tweeted: “This morning Team 3 Roads Policing responded to reports of a HGV that had stolen a trailer. Officers located the vehicle and after a short foot pursuit detained the driver near to the M180.

“Suspect remains in custody whilst we investigate multiple high value thefts in Humberside.”

Now, a 27-year-old man has been charged with three incidents.

Ben Taylor, of no fixed abode, has been charged with conspiracy to steal, driving without insurance and driving whilst disqualified.

He appeared at Grimsby Magistrates Court on Monday 28 November and has been remanded into custody to appear at court at a later date.

Police say they are now investigating multiple high value thefts in the area.

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