Plain-clothed officers witnessed a suspected drug deal near Walsall town centre

An 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of drug and driving offences after a police pursuit ended in a crash in Walsall.

Officers from West Midlands Police's Project Guardian Western team made the arrest on Pleck Road on Wednesday, October 21 after a vehicle failed to stop for police.

Plain-clothed officers had witnessed a suspected drug deal near Walsall town centre before marked police vehicles attempted to stop a car.

However, the driver allegedly failed to stop and drove away from officers before colliding with another vehicle on Pleck Road.

Police said the driver then attempted to flee on foot, discarding a mobile phone and a package as he ran.

Officers subsequently recovered suspected Class A drugs and a large quantity of cash.

The 18-year-old was eventually detained and taken to hospital for assessment before being arrested on suspicion of possession of Class A drugs with intent to supply, dangerous driving and failing to stop for police.

He remained in police custody on Thursday, October 22 as enquiries continued.

Anyone with information about crime in their neighbourhood is urged to contact West Midlands Police on 101 or through its Live Chat service.

Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. In an emergency, always call 999.