Probe launched to locate driver after police pursuit in Sheffield

An investigation is under way to locate a driver and passenger following a police pursuit in Sheffield.
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South Yorkshire Police said the pursuit was mounted after officers requested the driver of a blue Land Rover Freelander to stop on City Road as he was suspected to be driving without insurance.

A police spokesperson said: “The driver used their vehicle to force officers out of the way and a pursuit commenced.

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“The vehicle was found abandoned on Jericho Street.

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“Enquiries are ongoing to locate the driver and his passenger.”

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