Driver of stolen Mercedes taken to hospital after Peterborough crash

The driver of a stolen Mercedes has been taken to hospital after crashing on icy roads in Peterborough.
By Stephen Briggs
Published 25th Jan 2021, 14:25 BST
Updated 25th Jan 2021, 14:27 BST
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The car had been stolen from Luton, and the crash happened in the early hours of this morning (Monday)

A spokesperson for Cambridgeshire Constabulary said: “At about 4.30am officers spotted a Mercedes on the A1139 (Fletton Parkway) near Hampton in Peterborough that was believed to have been stolen from the Luton area.

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“Before a pursuit could begin, the vehicle turned off towards the A605 near Cardea and was involved in a collision.

“The driver left the scene, but he was located by officers and arrested.

“He was taken to hospital in Bedford for treatment, but was not seriously injured.”