Police officers hurt in stolen car chase
A number of police officers have been injured after their vehicle was rammed by a stolen car in west Belfast.
It happened at around three o'clock this morning on Albert Street.
The black Audi A1 had been taken during a creeper style burglary in the Enniskeen Avenue area of Newtownabbey.
The driver of the stolen car made off on foot and escaped depsite a police pursuit.
Sergeant David Mahood said : “Just before 3 am, we received a report that a black Audi A1 was being driven erratically in Albert Street. The car had been previously stolen in a creeper-style burglary in the Enniskeen Avenue area of Newtownabbey.
“When police arrived at the scene, the car was driven directly at our vehicle, causing damage and also minor injuries to a number of officers.
“We are appealing to anyone who has information that could help our investigation to contact police on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference 90 of 6/6/17.
“Alternatively, if you would prefer to provide information without giving your details, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111."