Peterborough man arrested after attempted robbery at Post Office
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The 48-year-old from Peterborough was arrested in Palmers Road, Fengate, just before 1pm.
He is suspected of attempted robbery at Murrow Post Office at around 10am , as well as of stealing a vehicle from Palmers Road.
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The driver failed to stop for officers and a pursuit began. The driver stopped soon after and fled the scene on foot.
A search for the man was launched by officers, assisted by the NPAS police helicopter and the BCH Dog Unit.
A man was then arrested and is currently in custody at Thorpe Wood Police Station.