Man arrested following pursuit after car failed to stop for Gardai

One man has been arrested after the vehicle he was driving failed to stop for Gardai sparking a chase that resulted in an unmarked patrol car being struck a number of times during a 'managed pursuit'.

At approximately 2pm yesterday (Wednesday), the vehicle failed to stop for Gardaí patrolling as part of Operation Thor in Navan, according to a statement. Gardai say a managed pursuit ensued and ended when the offending vehicle stopped in a housing estate in the area.

During the managed pursuit, the offending vehicle collided with an unmarked Garda car a number of times.

The driver, a male in his early 20s, was arrested a short distance away and was detained at Navan Garda Station. No persons were injured.

The man has since been charged in relation to this incident and bailed to appear before Trim District Court next month.

Investigations are ongoing.