POLICE dog Chase played a vital role in apprehending three suspected burglars last week.
Overnight on Tuesday (October 1) roads policing officers were in the Dearne area and spotted a black MG ZS, that was reported to have been stolen and being used to commit burglaries across South Yorkshire.
Following the car at a distance, officers were in place to use their stop stick on Highgate, deflating the vehicle’s tyres.
The driver still failed to stop and continued their attempts to evade police, eventually coming to a stop a short distance later. Three men fled from the car into nearby fields at Broomhill Recreation Ground.
Teamwork between the National Police Air Service (NPAS) and PD Chase’s handler led PD Chase to their location. Knowing they were unable to outrun a very vocal PD Chase, they were all quickly arrested.
An 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of burglary and theft of a motor vehicle.
A second 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of burglary, theft of a motor vehicle and possession of drugs with intent to supply Class A.
A 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of burglary and theft of a motor vehicle. All three have been released on police bail while enquiries continue.
