Three people injured following collision in Gloucester
Painswick Road was closed until today
Last updated 29th Jun 2023
Police are investigating after a car they were pursuing crashed into another one, as well as a wall, in Gloucester.
Painswick Road was closed following the collision involving two vehicles that happened directly after the commencement of a police pursuit, yesterday evening.
A Toyota Corolla, which was being pursued by officers, was involved in the collision with a Ford Galaxy at around 5.15pm. It further collided with railings, a telephone substation and a garden wall.
A spokesperson for Gloucestershire Police said:
"The driver of the Toyota was taken to Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, where he is currently being assessed for his injuries.
"A passenger in the Toyota and the driver of the Ford were also taken to the hospital for treatment, and their injuries are not believed to be serious.
"No other people were injured in the collision."
A man in his 30s, from Gloucester, has been arrested on suspicion of driving while under the influence of drugs, dangerous driving and driving with no insurance.