A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of threats to kill a police officer and other offences, after a car was allegedly stolen yesterday evening.

On Wednesday, April 10, police say a delivery driver reported that his car had been stolen while he was working in Stockport and that the offenders travelled towards South Manchester.

While patrolling in Wythenshawe this morning, Thursday, April 11, Greater Manchester Police’s tactical vehicle intercept unit received vital information from a member of the public.

They had spotted a man altering the registration plates on a car that matched the description of the delivery driver's car.

Within a matter of minutes, officers were on the scene and sighted the stolen vehicle as it was driving along Shadowmoss Road, Wythenshawe.

The stolen car allegedly failed to stop for the officers and a police pursuit was authorised. 

Police say, after a short time, the suspect crashed the car and attempted to make off on foot.

Despite being single crewed with no immediate back up, and intelligence suggesting the suspect was armed with a large knife, the pursuing officer chased the suspect on foot.

During the foot chase, police say that the suspect threatened to assault the officer, but after a short struggle, the officer managed to safely detain him.

A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of threats to kill a police officer, possession of a bladed article, theft of motor vehicle, dangerous driving, driving while disqualified, and failing to stop for police. He remains in police custody for questioning. 

Inspector Danny Kabal of GMP's Tactical Vehicle Intercept Unit, said: "Like most days, officers start their shift not knowing what they will deal with.

“It’s a reminder of the dangers our officers face day and night while on duty. Thankfully, my officer was not injured - but it could have been a very different outcome.

“Police officers, especially those in the TVIU, have to manage dangerous incidents on a daily basis when tackling crime which is why they are well trained and equipped to minimise risk, deal with offenders effectively and keep the public safe.

“I would like to thank the public for their support in supplying information to the police and this incident clearly demonstrates that GMP we will act swiftly to keep our communities safe from those who intend on causing harm."

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