10 French Police Injured in Dramatic Paris Car Chase: Authorities in Paris are investigating a dramatic Paris car chase that left 10 French police injured and caused extensive vehicle damage across the southern districts of the city. The high-speed pursuit unfolded early Saturday morning after a driver refused to stop during a routine police check.
Driver Ignores Police Orders, Leading to Dangerous Paris Car Chase
According to the Paris police prefecture, the incident began around 5:45 am (04:45 GMT) in the 14th district of southern Paris. Officers attempted to stop a vehicle, but the driver disobeyed their commands and sped away. Three police cars were immediately dispatched to pursue the fleeing suspect.
During the several-kilometre-long chase, the driver allegedly ran a red light, further escalating the situation. The Paris prosecutor’s office stated that the driver was suspected of being intoxicated at the time of the pursuit.
10 French Police Injured in Dramatic Paris Car Chase Collision
The chaotic pursuit ended when the suspect lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a traffic light in the 15th district. Three police vehicles following closely behind collided with the suspect’s car, causing significant damage and injuries.
A statement from the Paris prosecutor’s office confirmed that 10 French police officers suffered minor injuries and were transported to local hospitals for treatment. The driver and two passengers in the pursued vehicle were also injured but are reported to be in stable condition.
Unsa-Police Union Shares Shocking Paris Car Chase Image
The Unsa-Police union released a dramatic photo of the aftermath, showing a severely damaged black car with a police vehicle perched on top of it.
“A chilling image that testifies to the violence of the accident that occurred in Paris,” the union posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Authorities Praise Police Response Amid Paris Car Chase Investigation
Paris police chief Laurent Nunez praised the officers involved, stating, “I commend the dedication of all police officers mobilized during this intervention.”
Authorities continue to investigate the dramatic Paris car chase, focusing on the driver’s suspected intoxication and the events leading up to the violent collision.
The incident has raised concerns about public safety and the risks faced by law enforcement during high-speed pursuits in the heart of Paris.
