Police have made three arrests following an early morning vehicle pursuit in Ballynahinch on Friday, 6th February.

A red Audi failed to stop when signalled to do so by officers shortly after midnight on Main Street, Ballynahinch. It then made off in the direction of Dromara at speed.

It was brought to a stop by colleagues from the Roads Policing Unit in the vicinity of the Rathfriland Road, Dromara.

A man, aged 27 was arrested on suspicion of a number of motoring offences including dangerous driving and taking a motor vehicle without authority.

A 17-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including criminal damage. He has since been bailed pending further enquiries.

A 25-year-old woman was also arrested on suspicion of  a number of offences including possession of suspected Class B and C controlled drugs. She has since been bailed pending further enquiries.

The 27-year-old man remains in custody at this time.