Sussex police pursuit: Suspect named and charged with seven offences; police explain 'necessary' major response
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Sussex Police said a man has been charged with seven offences, following the theft of a car in Richmond Parade, Brighton on Thursday morning (October 19).
The theft sparked a ‘tactical pursuit’ through the county, with ended in North Street, Worthing when the vehicle was boxed in – and the officers began to start smashing the windows with batons. Click here to watch video footage from the scene.
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Hide Ad“A number of police vehicles were involved, which was necessary to bring the pursuit to a swift and safe conclusion,” a police spokesperson said.
"Some force was used to ensure there was no further risk to the public and the man was safely detained.”
Police said Billy Eyre, 31 – of no fixed address – has been charged with: aggravated vehicle taking; burglary with intent to steal; dangerous driving; driving without a license; driving without insurance; failure to stop; and failure to provide a specimen.
He remained in police custody on Friday evening (October 20).