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Freckleton crash sees teenager smash into brick wall after high-speed police chase along Preston New Road
Published 12th May 2025, 10:43 GMT
A teenage driver was injured after smashing into a brick wall during a police chase last night.
The teenager lost control of his vehicle in Freckleton at around 10.40pm, where he mounted the roundabout in Preston New Road before crashing through a brick wall bearing the village name.
A convoy of police swiftly appeared on the scene after reportedly pursuing the car at high-speed from Lea Gate.
Ambulance crews were called to the scene to treat the injured teenager. It’s believed he was taken to hospital for further treatment.
A stretch of Preston New Road was closed into the early hours while emergency services worked at the scene overnight.
Lancashire Police were approached for comment.