Motorist arrested after dangerous driving pursuit near Scarborough

Driver in his 20s apprehended following overnight chase

Police stopped the vehicle at Musham Bank
Author: Richard MuriePublished 5th Jun 2026

A man in his 20s is in police custody following a high-speed pursuit on the A64 near Scarborough.

In the early hours of this morning (Friday 5th June), North Yorkshire Police spotted a silver Peugeot 207 driving erratically and at high speeds near Rillington.

The driver failed to stop for the police and continued towards Scarborough.

After approximately ten minutes, the vehicle clipped a kerb and came to a halt at Musham Bank.

The driver was arrested on multiple charges, including dangerous driving, failing to stop, drink driving, and possession of class C drugs.

The suspect remains in custody as investigations continue.

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