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Police Helicopter Tracks Doncaster Suspect to Shed Roof, Two Arrested After Pursuit

NPAS tracking enabled ground units to arrest the suspects, leading to the recovery of two stolen cars.

Overview

  • Police say the incident began when a driver failed to stop in Doncaster.
  • NPAS guided officers as the 31-year-old moved through gardens and climbed onto a shed roof before arrest.
  • The 31-year-old was arrested on suspicion of two counts of theft of a motor vehicle, possession of a bladed article, and recall to prison.
  • A 20-year-old was arrested on suspicion of taking a vehicle without consent, dangerous driving, driving without insurance, failing to stop, and drug possession.
  • Officers located two stolen vehicles nearby and returned them to their owners, praising coordinated air–ground teamwork and urging vehicle-theft prevention.