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Tel: (441) 299-4249/4291/4321
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Date:Wednesday, January 15,2014
Distribution: All Media

Teenager Arrested After High Speed Chase in Paget

A few minutes after 2pm today several Police Motorcycle Units were involved in a high speed chase from Rural Hill, South Road and it ended on St. Michael's Road in Paget. The rider, a 16 year old male attempted to push a police motorcyclist off his motorcycle, he then failed to stop and eventually dropped his cycle and attempted to flee on foot.

Due to the combination of assistance provided by St. Michael’s Road area residents, a police K9 and additional police units called in to the area the suspect was apprehended and detained.

It should be noted that the cycle was proven to be stolen and the rider was also under age. A court appearance is expected in due course. Police would like to take the opportunity to thank area residents for their assistance in locating the suspect.


All incidents are under investigation. Police are appealing to members of the public who have witnessed these incidents or may have information pertaining to them to contact their respective Police Station, Police Headquarters at 295-0011 or the confidential Crimestoppers Hotline on 1 (800) 623-8477.

Public & Media Relations Department