Paphos teenager remanded after police chase and vehicle search
A 19-year-old from Paphos was remanded for two days after police said he drove dangerously, fled from officers and left suspected break-in equipment in his vehicle.
Paphos, Cyprus. A 19-year-old man from Paphos was arrested early on Sunday after police said he carried out dangerous driving manoeuvres and officers found equipment that could be used to facilitate a break-in in his vehicle.
Police pursuit
Police said officers noticed a vehicle at around 9pm on Saturday repeatedly making dangerous manoeuvres and skidding, endangering other road users.
Officers attempted to stop the vehicle, but it accelerated away, leading to a pursuit.
Vehicle search and arrest
The vehicle was driven onto a dead-end road, where the driver and two passengers abandoned it and fled on foot, leaving the engine running.
During a search of the vehicle, officers found equipment which could be used to facilitate a break-in.
Further investigations led police to the 19-year-old, who was arrested at around 1am on Sunday.
Court appearance
The man appeared before a court later on Sunday and was remanded in custody for two days.
Police said their investigation is ongoing.
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