Helicopter scrambled as 'police chase' ends in crash in Tameside

A police helicopter was scrambled as a police chase ended in a car crashing in Tameside.

The Hyundai vehicle crashed while being pursued by officers in Three Counties Road, Mossley, at about 9.40pm on Friday evening.

Eyewitnesses reported seeing a police helicopter flying overhead during the chase.

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Pictures from the scene show at least three police vehicles in attendance at the scene near to a block of flats.

The Hyundai could also be seen abandoned on a nearby footpath.

The Hyundai crashed on a footpath off Three Counties Road in Mossley (ASP)

Greater Manchester Police has been approached for further information on the incident.

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