Couple woken by 'massive bang' and rush to window to look out on shocking scene

Damaged wall with house and vehicles in the background
-Credit: (Image: Manchester Evening News)


A dramatic video has captured the moment a car crashed into a garden wall during a police chase in Trafford. Officers were pursuing a 'suspected stolen' car when it collided with the wall of a front garden.

The incident happened in Upper Chorlton Road in the Firswood area of Trafford, Manchester, just after 2am this morning (Monday). Footage shows the terrifying moment the car hit the brick wall and flipped over onto the road. A police vehicle with blue flashing lights arrived at the scene moments later.

Mr Yousaf, the homeowner, told the Manchester Evening News that he was asleep when he heard a 'massive bang'. "He's flung over, lost control of the car and smashed straight into it", he said, describing the crash. "There was a massive bang. We woke up and jumped out of bed. There was a police car about 10 seconds after so we knew it was a police chase that took place. Luckily I think the driver was fine." For the latest court reports, sign up to our crime newsletter here

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The wall has been left severely damaged, with a cordon in place around the area this morning. A section of Upper Chorlton Road remains closed to traffic as officers continue to investigate. A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police confirmed that no injuries were reported in the incident. A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle and dangerous driving.

In their statement, a GMP spokesperson disclosed: "At around 2am this morning (Monday 16 September 2024) we were called to reports of a vehicle being stolen in south Manchester. The car made off from police patrols and after a brief pursuit collided with a wall on Upper Chorlton Road."

"A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of theft of motor vehicle and dangerous driving. He remains in police custody for questioning. No injuries have been recorded and in line with normal procedure, referrals have been made to GMP's Professional Standards Directorate."