Speeding Fugitive Busted in Southampton with Burglary Gear
Police officers tried to stop a car on Wimpson Lane at 2.14pm yesterday (21 April) after acting on a tip-off. The vehicle ignored their signals and sped off.
Chase Ends on Hardwicke Close
Officers gave chase, tracking the car to Hardwicke Close where they found the driver nearby. The car was impounded, and police discovered a large pickaxe and an electric drill stashed behind the driver’s seat – tools often linked to break-ins.
24-Year-Old Southampton Man Arrested on Multiple Counts
The suspect, a 24-year-old man from Southampton, was arrested and now faces a slew of serious charges, including:
- Dangerous driving
- Theft of a motor vehicle
- Failing to stop for police
- Going equipped for burglary
- Using a motor vehicle in a public place without third party insurance
- Burglary dwelling and theft
- Assault occasioning actual bodily harm
- Burglary dwelling with intent to steal
He remains in custody as investigations continue.
