Police Chase in Tacoronte Ends with Three Arrests and Drunk Driver

A reckless high-speed chase through the urban area of Tacoronte, which began on Friday afternoon, led to the interception of a vehicle with three occupants, one of whom was driving with an alcohol le…

Generic image of police emergency lights reflecting on wet asphalt.
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Generic image of police emergency lights reflecting on wet asphalt.

The Tacoronte Local Police intercepted three individuals on Friday afternoon following a high-speed chase through the urban area, which endangered road safety and culminated in the arrest of the occupants and the confirmation that the driver significantly exceeded the permitted alcohol limit.

The incident began around 7:00 PM on Friday, when a patrol from the Tacoronte Local Police detected a suspicious vehicle traveling at excessive speed, coming from Valle de Guerra. When officers attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver ignored their signals, initiating a reckless escape through the town's streets.
Given the seriousness of the situation and the negligent attitude of the occupants, an emergency operation was activated, requiring the coordinated intervention of three police patrols. After a pursuit through different areas of the city, officers managed to block the vehicle's path and identify its three occupants.
During the inspection, it was confirmed that the vehicle lacked documentation and that the three men had numerous prior records. The situation worsened when the driver was subjected to an alcohol test, yielding a result that tripled the maximum legal limit.

"The swift maneuver by local officers allowed the situation to be neutralized without personal injuries, despite the high speed used during the escape."

a police spokesperson
Officers have initiated the necessary preliminary proceedings for those involved to appear before the competent judicial authority. The case is now under judicial supervision to determine the criminal liabilities arising from driving under the influence of alcohol and the crime of disobedience.
This operation reinforces the surveillance work of the Tacoronte Local Police on public roads, demonstrating their effectiveness in resolving incidents that threaten order and safety in the municipality.