It's unclear what prompted the chase to begin. The suspect, behind the wheel of a silver Mercedes-Benz, could often be seen hurtling along surface streets at high speeds while swerving in and out of traffic.

Police were chasing a vehicle in the South Bay area on Friday Details on what prompted the pursuit were not immediately available. This is a developing story, please check back for updates.

Two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after man who was hit by a car on Christmas Day died. Kirk Marsden, 37, was injured outside The Gate bar on the corner of Moorgate Street, Blackburn, just after 16:45 GMT on Wednesday following reports of a row, Lancashire Constabulary said.

Residents have been told there will be a large police presence in the area while the murder investigation goes on [PA Media] A man arrested on suspicion of murder after two women died in a suspected stabbing on Christmas Day remains in custody,